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2020 Map of Woodhawk Hill

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Woodhawk Hill
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Woodhawk Cr and its tributaries define the drainage patterns of this Fergus County landscape, where the Missouri River breaks meet the high plains. The terrain is deeply incised by seasonal waterways including Two Calf Cr and the multiple branches of Taffy Cr, such as the N Fork Taffy Cr. These drainages historically provided vital water sources for livestock in an otherwise arid region. The presence of Hart Spring in the northeast corner further emphasizes the importance of reliable water points for local ranching operations.

Transportation through this isolated area is limited to established rural routes like Wood Hawk Rd, Kjorlien Rd, and Blackwelder Rd. The map also identifies Lambing Camp Cr, a name that suggests the historic sheep-ranching heritage of central Montana. The layout of these roads and the naming of small creeks illustrate the specialized land use required to navigate and utilize this expansive territory.