2011 Map of Black Point

About this map

Peters Ranch and Nuhn Ranch anchor this high-plains landscape in Carter County, Montana, where water management is the primary driver of development. The terrain is defined by a dendritic network of drainages, including South Cottonwood Creek and North Fork Willow Creek, which feed a series of specialized reservoirs. Features like the Fruit Dam, Nuhn Number 2 Dam, and Cockran Grazing Number 5 Dam illustrate the essential infrastructure required for livestock grazing and ranching in this arid region. Near the eastern edge, the landmark known as Black Point rises above the surrounding flats, while Cochran S Rd provides one of the few established transit routes through the open country. This survey offers a detailed record of land use and water rights at the start of the 21st century.