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1961 Map of Baldhill Dam

Name: 1961 Topographic Map of Baldhill Dam
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1963
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1963

About this map

Baldhill Dam and the resulting Lake Ashtabula dominate this 1961 survey, showing the transformation of the Sheyenne River valley during the mid-century Missouri River Basin development program. The map documents a specific operational moment for the reservoir, noting a normal pool elevation 1266 and identifying the supporting infrastructure including a gaging station and the US Fish Hatchery located just downstream.

Beyond the water projects, the surrounding townships of Rogers, Ashtabula, Stewart, and Getchell retain their rural, education-centered character. Several local schools, such as Logan Sch, Madison Sch, and the Getchell-Whitaker Sch, serve as focal points for their respective agricultural communities. Local religious life is anchored by Zion Ch and Getchell Ch, while the presence of a Gravel Pit and several Picnic Areas reflects the blend of local industry and new recreational opportunities created by the dam.