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2017 Map of Collins Reservoir

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Collins Reservoir
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Collins Reservoir and a vast network of water management features dominate this landscape in Valley County, Montana. The terrain is characterized by numerous small-scale water storage sites and detention basins, including the Gunshot Detention Reservoir, Skull Reservoir, and the uniquely named Your Name Reservoir. These features, often located at the heads of coulees like Pearson Coulee and White Rock Coulee, reflect the critical importance of water catchment in this arid northern plains environment.

Transport through the area is primarily facilitated by the Triple Cross Access Rd, which winds past the Divide Number Two Reservoir and Lower Lone Tree Reservoir. The drainage patterns of Lone Tree Cr and Willow Creek illustrate the natural flow toward the larger basins. This survey provides a clear view of the ranching infrastructure and hydrological modifications used to manage the seasonal runoff and support local agricultural operations in the early 21st century.