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1958 Map of Bismarck

Name: 1958 Topographic Map of Bismarck
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1958
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1958

About this map

The Missouri River corridor serves as the central artery for this mid-century survey, where the Oahe Reservoir is seen shaping the southern landscape. The twin cities of Bismarck and Mandan dominate the river crossing, supported by an oil refinery and the historic Fort Lincoln State Park/Museum. This era captures a transition in transportation, showing the Northern Pacific and Chicago Milwaukee St Paul and Pacific rail lines alongside several marked sidings such as Sunny Siding and Geneva Siding.

Beyond the river, the landscape is defined by the high plains topography of the Pamplin Hills and prominent landmarks like Heart Butte and Dog Tooth Buttes. A significant portion of the sheet covers the Standing Rock Indian Reservation, punctuated by small settlements like Selfridge and Shields. The region's commitment to conservation is evident in the numerous protected areas, including the Long Lake National Wildlife Refuge and Wildfang National Bird Refuge.