2011 Map of Wild Horse Pass

About this map

Wild Horse Pass sits at the heart of this Montana landscape, where the terrain is defined by an intricate network of seasonal drainages and small-scale water management. In the early 21st century, this portion of Rosebud County reveals a high density of named stock dams and reservoirs, such as the Hook Number 21 Dam, Hook Number 22 Dam, and Hook Number 29 Dam, which are essential for livestock in this arid environment. The branching headwaters of Louie and Scottie Creek and Sand Creek carve through the land, illustrating the complex hydrology of the region before they join larger systems. Named features like Swart Number 3 Dam and RO Smith Number 1 Dam suggest a history of private and public land improvements. This survey provides a precise record of the remote tracks and water points that sustain the rural economy of Eastern Montana.