1966 Map of Willow Crossing

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The boundary between Rosebud Co Powder River Co runs through this landscape within the Custer National Forest, where high plains ranching and resource extraction define the local economy. The settlement of Willow Crossing serves as a small hub near the Willow Crossing Cem, situated along the winding course of Otter Creek. Evidence of mid-century industrial activity and land management is visible through features like the Coal Creek Mine and numerous water developments including the Coal Creek Well and Lower Coal Creek Reservoir. Small-scale infrastructure such as the Jeep Trail and the Stevens Landing Area highlights how this remote Montana terrain was navigated for both work and recreation, while the Red Shale Campground points to the area's utility for Forest Service visitors.