Otter, Montana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Otter
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 Otter
Location in Montana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Montana |
| County | Powder River |
| Elevation | 3,484 ft (1,062 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP codes |
59062
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| GNIS feature ID | 788508 |
Otter is a small, quiet place in southwestern Powder River County, Montana, United States. It's called an unincorporated community, which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Otter is nestled within the beautiful Custer National Forest.
It's located along local roads, southwest of Broadus, which is the main town and county seat for Powder River County. The land here is about 3,484 feet (1,062 meters) above sea level. Even though it's a small community, Otter has its own post office with the ZIP code 59062.
What's the Weather Like in Otter?
According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Otter has a type of weather called a semi-arid climate. This means it's usually quite dry, but not a full desert. You might see this type of climate labeled as "BSk" on special climate maps.
A Look Back: Otter's History
The community of Otter got its name from a nearby stream called Otter Creek. This creek was named by early fur traders and trappers who explored Montana. The first post office in Otter opened way back in 1895, and it's located very close to where Otter Creek begins.
In 1897, a local cattle rancher named Levi Howes built a civilian fort called Fort Howes. He did this because people thought there might be an attack from the Northern Cheyenne. Later, in 1900, an event involving sheep took place. A group led by John B. Kendrick, who would later become a governor and senator for Wyoming, was involved in an incident where over 2,000 sheep were killed. His involvement in this event wasn't officially confirmed until 1974.
