2017 Map of Sawmill Creek

About this map

Fort Peck Lake dominates the northern reaches of this landscape, where the waters of the Missouri River are impounded along the border of Phillips and Garfield counties. This 2017 survey illustrates a rugged drainage system where the primary waterway of Sawmill Creek is fed by numerous tributaries including N Sawmill Cr and S Sawmill Cr. The terrain is defined by complex coulees and ridges typical of the Missouri Breaks region, with Big Coulee Cr and Seven Blackfoot Cr carving deep paths toward the lake. Human presence is sparse in this section of Montana, with Brusett Rd providing the principal overland access through the southern reaches of the quadrangle. The map is a vital record for understanding the modern shoreline and the intricate network of seasonal creeks that shape this remote ranching and recreation territory.