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1953 Map of Britton East, 1990 Print
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1953 Map of Britton East

USGS Topo · Published 1990

About this map

The prairie landscape of Marshall County is defined here by the intersection of rail and water, centered on the community of Britton. In the early 1950s, this area served as a significant rail junction where the Great Northern and C M St P & P lines met, facilitating the movement of grain and goods across the northern plains. The topography transitions from the level fields of Miller and Pleasant Valley to the more varied drainage of Oak Gulch and Wild Rice Creek. Local education and social structure are reflected in the distributed rural school system, including School No 1, School No 2, and School No 3. Notable landmarks such as the Britton Municipal Airport and the White Lake State Game Refuge indicate a shift towards modern infrastructure and conservation efforts alongside traditional agriculture.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1953
Date Published1990
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.8 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain