2020 Map of Benton Lake West

About this map

The western margins of Benton Lake dominate the eastern edge of this Central Montana landscape, where the prairie transitions into a grid of rural sections. This 2020 survey captures the expansive wetland complexes and shorelines of the lake, which are fed by the meandering course of Lake Cr as it winds through the northern townships. The terrain is defined by its agricultural and drainage patterns, marked by a precise network of section-line roads named for local families and early settlers. Notable thoroughfares include Anderson Rd, Laubach Rd, and Klatt Rd, which provide access across the rolling plains. The map also delineates the convergence of three county lines—Teton, Chouteau, and Cascade—highlighting this area as a significant jurisdictional crossroads in the heart of the state's grain and ranching country.