2014 Map of Spring Draw

About this map

The Powder River meanders through the heart of this landscape along the border of Prairie Co and Custer Co, shaping the drainage patterns for numerous small creeks. The terrain is defined by the significant topographic feature Spring Draw, which cuts through the central portion of the quadrangle. Transportation is limited to remote corridors such as N Locate Rd and Ten Mile Rd, which provide access to the vast ranchlands and open range of eastern Montana. This survey reveals a complex network of seasonal waterways feeding into the main river valley, including Maggie Cr, Corral Cr, and Deep Cr. The map is particularly useful for identifying family-named geographic markers such as Louie Cr and Freddie Cr, which often reflect historical land ownership and early homesteading patterns in this sparsely populated region.