2011 Map of Wheeler

About this map

The settlement of Wheeler anchors this prairie landscape in Valley County, Montana, situated at a junction of rural routes and the rolling terrain of Wheeler Coulee. Water management is a defining characteristic of this area, evidenced by the Vandalia South Canal in the north and the curious nomenclature of Whatshisname Dam and Whatshername Dam. These structures, alongside Greenwood Number 2 Dam, suggest a history of irrigation and ranching efforts to harness the seasonal flow of drainages like Dogie Creek and Mud Creek. To the east, Tiger Butte rises as a prominent landmark above the surrounding plains, while the basin of Dry Lake sits west of the primary road network. Local names are preserved through a series of section roads, including Tiger Butte Rd, Figmaka Rd, and Maxness Rd, which divide the open country into a distinct grid typical of the region's agricultural development.