2014 Map of Crete

About this map

The small settlements of Crete and Hample anchor this agricultural landscape in Sargent County, reflecting the deep-rooted rural character of southeastern North Dakota. The terrain is defined by a complex network of wetlands and depressions, including Bruns Slough, Big Slough, and the expansive Dill Slough. These features, along with Lake Taayer in the southern portion of the quadrangle, suggest a landscape shaped by glacial activity where water management and seasonal drainage are central to the local geography. A precise grid of section-line roads, such as 82nd St SE and 116th Ave SE, overlays the prairie, illustrating the systematic land division of the region. This 2014 survey captures the persistence of these small prairie communities and their relationship with the surrounding wetland ecosystems.