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2024 Map of Whitebird School

Name: 2024 Topographic Map of Whitebird School
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2024
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2024

About this map

The Stillwater River carves a central path through this section of Stillwater County, defining a landscape shaped by both water and elevation. The valley is deeply marked by early water management systems, including the Shane Ditch, Scott Ditch, and Whitebird Ditch, which trace the contours of the land to support local agriculture. Above the river, Shane Ridge dominates the northeastern terrain, while various coulees like Porter Coulee and Nerve Coulee feed into the drainage system.

Local ranching and family history are preserved through named infrastructure such as Adsit Ranch Rd, Beartooth Ranch Rd, and Winkler Farm Rd. Small tributaries like Mexican Joe Creek and Joe Hill Creek offer specific points of interest for those studying the original settlement patterns and land use in this rural Montana region. The prominent landmark of Firemans Point stands near the northern bend of the river, providing a geographic anchor for the surrounding valley.