2024 Map of Putnam Lake

About this map

Putnam Lake sits as a central water feature within this high-plains landscape of Blaine County, Montana. The terrain is characterized by dramatic elevation changes, from the prominent Putnam Ridge in the south to the distinct profile of Haystack Butte. This contemporary survey illustrates a remote ranching and grazing environment where water drainage patterns such as Suction Creek, Saint Johns Coulee, and Fogarty Coulee define the contours of the land. A network of rural arteries, including Barney Olson Rd and Sand Cliff Rd, navigate the complex topography. The map reveals the intricate township and range divisions of the Public Land Survey System, which continue to dictate property boundaries and access across these expansive western reaches.