2017 Map of Otter

About this map

Otter serves as the central focal point for this section of Powder River County, where the settlement is positioned along the banks of Otter Cr. The landscape is defined by the southeastern reaches of the Custer National Forest, showing a terrain deeply etched by drainage systems like Hoover Draw and Colester Draw. Transportation in this ranching country relies on established routes such as Bear Creek Rd and Otter Creek Rd, which follow the natural contours of the stream valleys. Water management is a primary feature of the local geography, evidenced by numerous man-made catchments including Lost Cr Reservoir, Happy Coulee Reservoir, and Fletcher Reservoir. These reservoirs, scattered across the township and range grids, indicate the vital importance of water storage for livestock and land management in this part of Montana.