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2011 Map of Martin Lake

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Martin Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The Loring Colony occupies a central position in this part of Phillips County, Montana, representing a distinct communal agricultural landscape in the northern plains. This 2011 survey details a region defined by its drainage patterns, where intermittent waterways like Little Cottonwood Creek and several distinct coulees — including Barton Coulee, Martin Lake Coulee, and Dry Sag Coulee — carve through the terrain. These geographical features terminate in or bypass basins like Martin Lake and Lake Coulee, which serve as critical hydrological points in this semi-arid environment.

Local history and genealogy are anchored by the Hermanson Cemetery located south of the colony. The road network is sparse, with Fanning Hill Rd providing one of the few named primary access routes through the area. This map illustrates the transition from high prairie to the recessed draws of the coulee systems, documenting the specific settlement patterns and water management required for life in this corner of Montana.