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2014 Map of Crystal Springs

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Crystal Springs
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Crystal Springs sits at the southern edge of this landscape, positioned along a major transportation corridor near the border of Kidder and Stutsman counties. The area is defined by a dense network of glacial potholes and larger water bodies, most notably the expansive Chase Lake to the north and Stink Lake in the southeast. This pattern of internal drainage creates a complex mosaic of wetlands and small basins typical of the Missouri Coteau region.

A rigid grid of local roads, such as 30th St SE and 47th Ave SE, overlays the uneven terrain, providing access to this prairie environment. The presence of the eponymous Crystal Springs water body near the settlement suggests the historical importance of reliable freshwater sources in this part of North Dakota. This survey provides a clear view of the rural section lines and hydrological features that have shaped local land use and boundaries since early settlement.