2017 Map of Stanford NE

About this map

Coyote Bench dominates the northern reaches of this central Montana landscape, where the high plains transition into the drainages of the Judith Basin. The territory is defined by an intricate network of coulees and seasonal waterways, including the winding paths of Coyote Creek and Dry Wolf Cr. Settled ranching and farming operations are evident through the naming of local landmarks such as Walker Spring and the established grid of rural roads like Benchland Rd and Hoosac Rd. The map illustrates a meticulously managed landscape where topography and water rights dictate the local geography. To the south, the terrain becomes more varied as the headwaters of Sage Cr and Willow Cr emerge from the rolling benchlands, providing a clear view of the hydrological patterns that have supported generations of land use in Fergus County.