2020 Map of Yarger Butte

About this map

Yarger Butte rises above the breaks of the Powder River valley, marking a landscape defined by sharp drainage basins and high plains. This 2020 survey of southeastern Montana documents the intricate network of seasonal waterways feeding the river, including Cache Cr, Flood Cr, and Yarger Cr. The area is characterized by deep erosional features such as Fire Gulch and Dry Fork Fire Gulch, which slice through the township boundaries of T6S and T7S. Traces of local history are centered around Yarger Cem and the route of Moorhead Rd, reflecting the sparse but enduring ranching and rural infrastructure of Powder River County. The map provides a detailed view of the public land survey system divisions across Ranges 48E through 50E, highlighting how natural topography dictates the layout of modern access roads.