Denton is a town in Fergus County, Montana, United States. The population was 205 at the 2020 census.
Central Montana Rail, Inc. is headquartered in Denton.
History
A post office called Denton has been in operation since 1888. It was named after the Missouri county where the postmaster previously lived. Another source says the name came from the Dent brothers who owned the land where the town was founded. The town was established at its present site when the railroad was extended to that point.
The fast-moving West Wind Fire swept through the town in December 2021. Twelve families lost their homes. The wildfire destroyed or damaged many structures including garages, barns and grain elevators. There were no serious injuries as the town was evacuated minutes before the fire, which burned , reached the town.
Geography
Montana Highway 81 passes through town. It is located in Judith Basin near Dry Wolf Creek. According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of , all land.