1958 Map of Butte

About this map

Butte serves as the primary hub of this North Dakota landscape, situated along the Minneapolis St Paul and Sault Ste Marie railroad line. The settlement pattern is defined by its proximity to this transportation artery, with the town grid positioned just north of the tracks. The topography is dominated by the prominent rise of Dogden Butte to the west, overlooking a terrain dotted with small water bodies and the expansive Cottonwood Lake to the north. A portion of the lake is designated as a National Wildlife Refuge, highlighting early conservation efforts in the region. Local educational and industrial needs are evidenced by the presence of School No 4 and various Gravel Pits, while the Soo Line reinforces the area's historical reliance on rail for moving agricultural goods and resources across the McLean and McHenry county borders.