2011 Map of Austin Lake

About this map

Austin Lake and the surrounding drainage basins of northern Montana define this 2011 survey in Phillips County. The landscape is characterized by its vital water management features, including several small impoundments such as Plum Reservoir, Adair Reservoir, and the E Wasson Number 1 Dam. These man-made structures, alongside the natural Austin Spring, reflect the necessities of water conservation in the high plains. The topography is marked by significant natural drainages like Butte Coulee and Lush Coulee, which shape the local ranching environment. Transportation through this open country is facilitated by established routes like Whitewater Rd and Milk River Rd, which connect the isolated reservoirs and landmarks of this high-latitude region near the Canadian border.