1983 Map of Colgan East

About this map

The international border between the United States and Canada defines the northern edge of this Divide County landscape, where North Dakota meets Saskatchewan. The small settlement of Colgan sits at the heart of the prairie, characterized by the Soo railroad line and a network of agricultural infrastructure. Grain Storage Bins are scattered across the township lines, marking the vital centers of this rural economy. To the south, the terrain becomes more distinct with the landforms of Lincoln Valley and Twin Butte, while the northern reaches include the named areas of Gooseneck and Ambrose. This survey captures the precise grid of the high plains just before the late 20th-century shifts in rail service and farming practices, including local water features like the Flowing Well near the eastern boundary.