2011 Map of Montaqua

About this map

Montaqua serves as the focal point of this Carbon County landscape, situated near the confluence of Rock Creek and several irrigation systems. The geography is defined by its sophisticated water management infrastructure, including the Dutton Canal, Joliet Ditch, Italian Ditch, and the Old Mill Ditch, which redirect water from the primary river systems to the surrounding agricultural plots. In the northern section, the Yellowstone River snakes across the terrain, flanked by Youngs Point and the drainage of Valley Creek. A notable local landmark, the Mont Aqua Hot Spring, is located at the southern edge of the survey area, hinting at the geothermal activity of the region. The landscape transition from river bottoms to higher elevations is marked by features such as Harris Hill and Peck Gulch, while the Golden Glenn Number 1 Dam on Cole Creek illustrates the continued importance of water containment in this Montana corridor.