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1973 Map of Volborg

Name: 1973 Topographic Map of Volborg
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1976
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1976

About this map

Volborg sits at a geographic crossroads in southeastern Montana, where the terrain transitions between the drainage of Pumpkin Creek and the upland reaches of Flat Butte. This 1970s landscape reflects the sparse, ranching-oriented settlement pattern characteristic of the region, anchored by the tiny community of Volborg and a small Landing Strip nearby. The map documents the intricate network of seasonal watercourses like Prairie Dog Creek, Ranch Creek, and Little Pumpkin Creek that define the local topography.

Industrial activity is noted through several Gas Wells and a Gravel Pit, pointing to the resource extraction that shares space with cattle ranching. The boundary between Custer County and Powder River County is clearly delineated along the southern edge of the quadrangle, following the established Base Line. This survey provides a precise record of rural infrastructure, including isolated wells and local landmarks such as Shelley, before modern developments altered the high plains character of the area.