List of lakes of Cascade County, Montana facts for kids

Cascade County in Montana is home to many beautiful bodies of water! You'll find at least 15 named lakes and reservoirs here. But what's the difference between a lake and a reservoir? A lake is usually a natural body of water, often formed by glaciers or rivers. A reservoir, on the other hand, is a human-made lake. People create reservoirs by building dams across rivers. They are often used to store water for drinking, farming, or making electricity.

Lakes in Cascade County

Cascade County has several natural lakes. These lakes are important for wildlife and offer places for outdoor activities.

Benton Lake

• Benton Lake is a large lake located at an elevation of about 3,625 feet (1,105 m) above sea level. This lake is special because it's part of the Benton Lake National Wildlife Refuge. This refuge is a protected area where many different kinds of birds and other animals live. It's a great spot for birdwatching!

Other Natural Lakes

• Black Horse Lake sits at about 3,415 feet (1,041 m) high.
• Cannon Lake is found at a higher elevation of about 4,872 feet (1,485 m).
• Horseshoe Lake is located at about 3,320 feet (1,010 m) above sea level.
• Schrammeck Lake is another lake in the county, with an elevation of about 3,730 feet (1,140 m).

Reservoirs in Cascade County

Reservoirs are human-made lakes that help manage water resources. They are very important for communities.

Cascade Reservoir

• Cascade Reservoir is located at an elevation of about 3,570 feet (1,090 m). This reservoir helps store water for different uses in the area.

Other Important Reservoirs

• Dick Golie Fish Pond is a smaller reservoir, often used for fishing, at about 3,517 feet (1,072 m) high.
• Elizabeth Reservoir sits at an elevation of about 3,392 feet (1,034 m).
• Gollaher Reservoir is found at about 3,540 feet (1,080 m).
• Hound Creek Reservoir is a higher-elevation reservoir, at about 5,082 feet (1,549 m).
• Middle Creek Lake is also a reservoir, located at a high elevation of about 5,538 feet (1,688 m).
• Morony Reservoir is one of the lower reservoirs, at about 2,848 feet (868 m).
• Neihart Reservoir is the highest reservoir on this list, sitting at about 5,912 feet (1,802 m).
• Rocky Reef Reservoir is located at about 3,409 feet (1,039 m).
• Spring Creek Reservoir is another high-elevation reservoir, at about 5,125 feet (1,562 m).

See also

• List of lakes in Montana