1984 Map of Craig Reservoir

About this map

Larb Creek meanders through this portion of Valley County, defining a landscape shaped by intermittent drainage and water management in Montana's ranching country. The 1984 survey reveals a system of essential water storage facilities such as Mc Cuin Reservoir, Korman Reservoir, and the namesake Craig Reservoir. These reservoirs are fed by a network of drainage channels known locally as coulees, including Hammond Coulee, Black Coulee, and Grant Coulee. The presence of these named water features highlights the critical importance of irrigation and livestock watering in a region characterized by its expansive open spaces and dependence on seasonal runoff. Geographers can trace the topographic contours of this territory from the northern reaches of Ten Trees Creek down through the winding paths of Grandpa Coulee and Krome Coulee.