2011 Map of Daglum NW

About this map

Gaylord sits at the northern edge of this high plains landscape, anchoring a rural grid of section roads in Stark County. The terrain is defined by the dendritic patterns of Bull Creek and Adobe Wall Creek, which carve subtle drainages through the prairie. This 2011 survey illustrates the endurance of large-scale ranching and agriculture, noted by the presence of Swenson Ranch and the nearby Swenson Field. The map reveals a strictly organized infrastructure, where long thoroughfares like 132nd Ave SW and 52nd St SW facilitate movement across the wide distances between homesteads. It reflects the modern geography of Western North Dakota, where the traditional ranching economy persists alongside established land survey divisions.