2015 Map of Bemis

About this map

Goodwin stands as the primary settlement in this section of Deuel County, situated on the high ground of the Coteau des Prairies. The landscape is a distinct grid of agricultural sections, marked by small pockets of water and the prominent elevation of Buffalo Hill. Local history is deeply rooted in the rural townships, evidenced by several small burial grounds including the Swedish Cem, Havana Cem, and Evergreen Cem. The hamlet of Bemis serves as another focal point for the region, centered near the Bemis Cem at the intersection of CR-312 and 176th ST. This modern survey by the U.S. Geological Survey documents the enduring structure of the Public Land Survey System across the prairie, where the road network strictly follows the section lines.