2020 Map of Alpha

About this map

The Little Missouri National Grassland dominates the southern landscape of this Alpha quadrangle, where the expansive prairie meets the drainage network of Bullion Cr. This region of western North Dakota is defined by its grid-based section lines and isolated landmarks that speak to a dispersed rural community. Central to the area's local history is the Alpha Cem, located near the intersection of 160th Ave SW and 52nd St SW, serving as a silent anchor for the township's genealogy. Aviation and industry mark the northern reaches, evidenced by Boyd's Turf Airport and a prominent Pipeline Rd cutting across the northern tiers. The terrain is navigated by a network of named county roads, including Red Hills Rd and Van Daele Rd, which connect the homesteads and ranching tracts across the Golden Valley and Slope County border.