2011 Map of Whitcomb Lake

About this map

Whitcomb Lake sits at the northern end of this remote landscape in Phillips County, Montana. The terrain is defined by an intricate network of drainages and seasonal water features, including the Alkali Coulee and North Fork First Creek, which feed into the larger system of First Creek in the south. The area’s ranching economy is represented by established landholdings such as Cotter Ranch and infrastructure like the Veseth and Veseth Number 3 Dam and Blunt Ranches Number 4 Dam. These reservoirs and dams are essential for managing water across the arid stretches of The Big Sag, reflecting the logistical challenges of high-plains agriculture in the early 21st century. The map also shows the First Creek Reservoir, a primary catchment point that anchors the southeastern corner of the quadrangle.