2014 Map of Stratton Reservoir

About this map

Sun Prairie Flats dominates this portion of Phillips County, where the landscape is defined by an intricate network of water management features designed for this arid region. The drainage patterns of Second Cr, Third Cr, and Telegraph Cr are punctuated by numerous man-made impoundments, including the large Stratton Reservoir and the numerically named Number Twenty Reservoir. These water sources, alongside others like King Reservoir and McNeil Reservoir, reflect the area's historical reliance on collected surface water for ranching and agriculture. Road infrastructure remains sparse, primarily consisting of Regina Rd and Holzhey Ln, which navigate the coulees and flats between sections. The topography is marked by notable depressions such as Dry Lake and the winding course of Tank Coulee, illustrating the subtle yet complex drainage systems of the Montana plains.