1952 Map of Dawson

About this map

Dawson serves as the focal point for this survey of the North Dakota prairie, situated along the Burlington Northern railroad corridor. The landscape is defined by its substantial glacial lakes, including the sprawling Alkaline Lake and Manning Lake to the south, which are framed by the higher ground of Woodlawn and Sibley. These topographical features reflect the terminal moraine geography of the region, where water naturally pools in low-lying basins. The rural character of the era is evidenced by the solitary Liberty Sch located in the southern portion of the quadrangle, illustrating the decentralized educational system of mid-century North Dakota. Compiled from 1951 aerial photography and 1952 field surveys, with 1975 purple revisions, this map captures the essential transport and water management patterns overseen by the State of North Dakota Water Conservation Commission.