2014 Map of Coffin Buttes

About this map

Coffin Buttes and Jacks Lookout dominate this prairie landscape in southern Grant County, where the terrain is defined by dramatic elevation changes between high plateaus and creek beds. In the southern portion of the map, Selma Union Cem remains as a focal point for local genealogy, situated along the section lines near 88th St SW. The area's drainage is directed through Alkali Cr and Brushy Cr, which cut through the undulating plains. Transport follows a rigid section-line grid, bisected by the north-south corridor of ND-49. In the north, Pretty Rock Lake provides a rare perennial water feature in this semi-arid environment, serving as a landmark near the Hettinger County line. This survey provides a clear view of the intersection of rural infrastructure and the land's natural contours during the early 21st century.