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2011 Map of Willard

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Willard
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Willard sits at the intersection of local routes in this eastern Montana landscape, where the prairie is defined by a dendritic network of intermittent watercourses. The hydrology of this Fallon County region is dominated by Richards Creek and Hidden Water Creek, which carve winding paths across the terrain toward the southeast. The land management of the early 21st century is evident in the presence of small-scale water infrastructure, notably Lindstrom Dam and R Myhre Number 1 Dam, reflecting the critical importance of water storage in this semi-arid ranching and farming environment.

Transportation follows a grid-like pattern typical of the Great Plains, anchored by Willard Rd and County Rd 3. Further south, the course of the North Fork of Dry Creek and Duck Creek converge, eventually meeting Dry Creek. This survey captures the rural character of the area, where name-branded landmarks like the Myhre dam offer a glimpse into local land ownership and the functional geography of the Montana plains.