2011 Map of Dice Dam

About this map

Phillips Creek and its many branches form the primary drainage system for this corner of Garfield County, where the landscape is defined by the vital management of water resources in a dry environment. The map details a network of earthen structures and natural sources, including Dice Dam and Old Stove Dam, which are essential for supporting local ranching operations. Numerous springs, such as Upper Hanson Spring, Lower Hanson Spring, and Seventynine Spring, provide localized water points across the terrain. The hydrological pattern is further defined by the convergences of the Middle Phillips Creek and North Phillips Creek, along with the E Fk Long Branch Cr in the north. This survey illustrates the spatial distribution of water improvements like the Beecher Number 5 Dam, reflecting the necessary infrastructure for land use in this part of Montana.