Holmstrom Land Co. v. Meagher County Newlan Creek Water District

This is a multiple appeal from the findings of fact, conclusions of law and decree entered by the District Court, Meagher County, adjudicating water rights to Sheep Creek and its principal tributaries.

Sheep Creek, which is located entirely in Meagher County, originates in the Little Belt Mountains. It flows from the mountains in a westerly direction to a point where it merges with the Smith River. Sheep Creek carries large quantities of water for a relatively short period each year, usually commencing in April and extending through the latter part of June. During this heavy flow period, and…