List of lakes of Musselshell County, Montana facts for kids
Musselshell County is a place in Montana, a state in the western United States. This county is home to several important bodies of water, including both natural lakes and human-made reservoirs. These watery places are special because they provide homes for animals, and sometimes they are used for fun activities like fishing or boating. They also help store water for people and farms.
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Watery Wonders of Musselshell County
Lakes in Musselshell County
Lakes are natural pools of water, usually fresh water, surrounded by land. In Musselshell County, you can find several interesting lakes. Each one has its own location and elevation, which is how high it is above sea level.
- Busse Water is a lake located at 46°16′46″N 108°21′51″W / 46.27944°N 108.36417°W. It sits at an elevation of about 4,094 feet (1,248 m).
- The Des Moines Lakes are a group of lakes found at 46°32′32″N 108°51′51″W / 46.54222°N 108.86417°W. Their elevation is around 3,740 feet (1,140 m).
- Devils Hole Lake is another lake in the county, located at 46°38′02″N 108°59′13″W / 46.63389°N 108.98694°W. Its elevation is about 4,039 feet (1,231 m).
- Lake Thom can be found at 46°32′53″N 108°43′08″W / 46.54806°N 108.71889°W. It is about 3,609 feet (1,100 m) above sea level.
- May Martin Lake is located at 46°30′30″N 108°43′16″W / 46.50833°N 108.72111°W. Its elevation is around 3,586 feet (1,093 m).
- Miller Lake is situated at 46°41′13″N 108°49′14″W / 46.68694°N 108.82056°W. This lake has an elevation of about 3,868 feet (1,179 m).
- Talbot Lake is found at 46°32′11″N 108°41′51″W / 46.53639°N 108.69750°W. It is about 3,615 feet (1,102 m) high.
Reservoirs in Musselshell County
A reservoir is like a lake, but it's built by people, usually by putting a dam across a river or stream. Reservoirs are important for storing water that can be used for drinking, farming, or making electricity.
- Lake Mason is the main reservoir in Musselshell County. It is located at 46°32′44″N 108°39′17″W / 46.54556°N 108.65472°W. Its elevation is about 3,612 feet (1,101 m).
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