2017 Map of Bristol West

About this map

The glacial upland of the Coteau des Prairies dominates this corner of Day County, defined by a dense network of prairie potholes and wetlands typical of the region. The settlement of Bristol sits at the northeastern edge of the sheet, serving as a primary point of transit where regional roads and rail infrastructure converge. Beyond the town, the landscape is organized by a precise grid of rural routes like Co Rd 35 and Co Rd 26, reflecting the enduring agricultural character of the plains. For those tracing local heritage, the map identifies small, isolated burial grounds including Bethany Evangelical Cem and Sjurson Cem. Drainage for this marshy terrain is provided in part by Mud Cr, which winds through the southwestern sections amidst the countless small basins that pockmark the prairie floor.