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1955 Map of Crystal Springs

Name: 1955 Topographic Map of Crystal Springs
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1978
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1978

About this map

Crystal Springs serves as the focal point of this mid-century prairie landscape, situated along the Burlington Northern railroad corridor. The area is defined by a glacial pothole terrain featuring numerous water bodies, most notably the expansive Chase Lake in the north and Stink Lake to the south. Near the namesake settlement, the Crystal Springs Youth Camp and local infrastructure like the Town Hall reflect the community's social organization.

Rural education is evidenced by the placement of School No 3 and School No 4, which were vital hubs for the surrounding townships of Weiser, Williams, and Peterson. The boundary line between Kidder and Stutsman Counties bisects the quadrangle, illustrating the jurisdictional divide in this agricultural region during the mid-1950s, with later photorevisions showing the continued relevance of the rail line and local landmarks.