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2020 Map of Butch Reservoir

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

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Butch Reservoir and its neighboring catchments, Ween Reservoir and Juniper Reservoir, anchor this section of the Blaine County landscape. The area is defined by a sparse network of roads and trails that follow the natural contours of the high plains, including the historically resonant Cow Island Trl and the winding Bullwacker Rd. These routes, along with Birdtail Rd and Spencer Ridge Rd, reflect the logistical challenges of navigating this terrain, where water sources like Cow Cr are essential landmarks.

Aviation plays a critical role in this isolated region, evidenced by the presence of Cow Creek Airport and Left Coulee Airport. These small airfields, combined with the rugged livestock trails, illustrate a landscape where traditional ranching infrastructure meets modern accessibility. The map provides an intricate look at the drainage patterns and ridge lines, such as Timber Ridge Rd, that have dictated land use in this part of Montana for generations.