1983 Map of Uhlan Coulee

About this map

The Fort Peck Indian Reservation Boundary runs through this landscape in Valley County, where the plains are deeply incised by a network of seasonal watercourses and drainages. The terrain is characterized by the meandering path of the East Fork Porcupine Creek, which serves as a significant geographical divider. This area in the early 1980s was defined by its water sources, essential for ranching and survival in the semi-arid Montana environment. Named landmarks like Hermans Spring and Ericson Spring provided reliable points of reference and sustenance. The map illustrates a complex system of coulees, including Uhlan Coulee, Enright Coulee, and Johnson Coulee, which channel runoff from the surrounding high ground into larger creek beds like the East Fork Cherry Creek and Sargent Creek.