2017 Map of Cussicks Spring

About this map

Lake Sakakawea and the winding Missouri River dominate the southern reach of this landscape along the border of Williams and McKenzie counties. The terrain is defined by deep drainage systems such as Stone Johnny Coulee and Cedar Coulee, which cut through the high ground of the Missouri Plateau. Named high points like Flagstaff Hill and Stone Johnny Hill offer perspective over a region where water sources are vital, marked by several recorded springs including Mort Adams Spring and the namesake Cussicks Spring. The map documents a sparse, rural infrastructure of township roads and section lines, with White Tail Bay providing an inlet for the expansive reservoir. This area retains much of its traditional character, showing the intricate relationship between the prairie coulees and the massive Missouri River drainage system as it appeared in recent years.