2014 Map of Yellow Water Reservoir

About this map

Yellow Water Reservoir serves as a central landmark in this portion of Petroleum County, where the high plains of central Montana meet a network of seasonal drainages. This landscape is defined by the winding paths of McDonald Cr in the north and Elk Cr cutting across the central sections. The map illustrates a remote ranching and water-management landscape, where primitive routes like the Yellow Water Trl and Elk Creek Rd provide access through the vast township and range divisions. The convergence of Yellow Water Cr near the reservoir highlights the importance of water storage in this arid environment. To the southeast, the paved route of Mt-244 provides a contrast to the gravel and dirt tracks that dominate the interior, tracing the historical movement patterns of the region's rural inhabitants.