2017 Map of Dice Dam

About this map

Dice Dam and its surrounding watershed characterize this 2017 study of Garfield County, where the high plains are carved by a complex network of ephemeral drainages and intermittent springs. The landscape is defined by its series of coulees, including Coil Coulee, Knudson Coulee, and Tinsley Coulee, which serve as vital topographic markers in this expansive ranching country. These features emphasize the critical role of water management in eastern Montana, particularly with the placement of water sources like Upper Hanson Spring and Seventynine Spring.