2014 Map of Papps Reservoir

About this map

Papps Reservoir sits in the high prairie landscape of eastern Montana, marking a vital water source for the surrounding rangeland. This 2014 survey captures a section of Prairie County dominated by a network of seasonal drainages, including the branching headwaters of Brackett Creek and Cedar Cr. The landscape is defined by the Township and Range system, specifically across T14N and T13N, where secondary routes like MT-253 and Cedar Creek Rd provide the primary access to this remote ranching country. Human impact is centered on water management, evidenced by Innes Reservoir and various creeks like Stouts Cr and Cherry Cr. This map is a clear record of modern Montana land use, where the preservation of water and the maintenance of county roads like Cherry Creek Rd sustain the local agricultural economy.