About Beaverhead County

With an average elevation of over a mile, Beaverhead County sits in the southwestern corner of Montana. Much of its boundary is formed by the Continental Divide. Encompassing an area slightly larger than the state of Connecticut, Beaverhead is the largest county in Montana. However, Beaverhead County is sparsely populated. It ranks 25th of Montana’s 56 counties, having an average population density of less than 1.7 people per square mile. This sparseness in population can be attributed to nearly 2/3 of the land being comprised of public lands including the Beaverhead Deer-Lodge National Forest, Red Rocks Lakes National Wildlife Refuge, Bureau of Land Management and State Lands.

Beaverhead County Resource Assistance Center:

The Resource Assistance Center is now open on Wednesdays (by appointment only due to Covid-19). All clients must wear a mask. Please call 988-0360 between the hours of 8-5. Closed during the noon hour. The Beaverhead County Resource Assistance Center will be able to help residents gain access to services and programs such as job service, assistance applications, and mental health referrals. They are located at 205 E. Center Street in the former Department of Revenue Office.

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Latest News

Upcoming Blacktail Road Bridge Closure

Beaverhead County will replace the bridge on Blacktail Road where it crosses over the East Bench Canal.  Work will begin Tuesday, October 8th at 8:am and should be complete by Wednesday, October 9th at 6:00pm. Residents living beyond the bridge will need to detour...

Accepting Sealed Bids For A 2006 Buick Lucerne

Beaverhead County will be accepting sealed bids for a 2006 Buick Lucerne with just under 140,000 miles.  This vehicle has leather seats, power windows and doors, sunroof, and much more!  It has been recently serviced with a fresh oil change.  Bids can be delivered to...

Stage 2 Fire Restrictions in Effect

Resolution 2024-26 A Resolution Imposing Stage 2 Fire Restrictions In Beaverhead County WHEREAS, Beaverhead County Commissioners by unanimous vote on August 5, 2024 decided to enter into Stage 2 Fire Restrictions in the county. WHEREAS, current severe and extreme...