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1967 Map of Wyola NE

Name: 1967 Topographic Map of Wyola NE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1971
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1971

About this map

The Crow Indian Reservation landscape in south-central Montana is defined by a network of seasonal drainages and early ranching infrastructure. The Little Bighorn R cuts through the western edge of the area, while the eastern terrain is marked by the winding courses of Owl Creek and its tributaries, Little Owl Creek and Dry Beaver Creek. This late 1960s survey illustrates how water management shaped the local economy, featuring numerous named catchments such as Liming Reservoir, Steinhilber Reservoir, and Chalk Butte Reservoir.

Scattered improvements like the Brown Ranch and a nearby Landing Strip indicate the reliance on aviation and large-acreage grazing in this expansive territory. Notable landmarks such as Chalk Butte and Lone Pine rise above the draws, providing orientation points in a region of shifting elevations and intricate coulees. The presence of several wells and a Flowing Well further underscores the critical importance of reliable water sources for both livestock and homesteading on the plains.