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2020 Map of Austin Lake

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

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Austin Lake and the surrounding high plains of Phillips County define this portion of northern Montana. The landscape is marked by the distinct drainage patterns of Lush Coulee and Butte Coulee, which navigate the subtle elevation changes of the prairie. Water management remains central to the region, as evidenced by Plum Reservoir and Adair Reservoir, serving as vital resources in an otherwise arid environment.

Transport across these sections relies on a network of established thoroughfares including Whitewater Rd and Loring Cutacross Rd. The presence of Austin Spring north of the lake indicates a long-standing reliance on natural water sources for local ranching or agricultural operations. This survey documents the intersection of natural topography and human infrastructure, showing how modern roads like Milk River Rd follow the contours of the land established by township and range boundaries.