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2024 Map of Dunseith

Name: 2024 Topographic Map of Dunseith
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2024
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2024

About this map

The Turtle Mountains rise across the northern landscape of this Rolette County region, providing a varied terrain that contrasts with the surrounding plains. The town of Dunseith serves as a central hub, flanked by the residential areas of East Dunseith and San Haven. This geography is defined by an intricate network of wetlands and small water bodies, including Schutte Lake, Bigham Lake, and Smith Lake, which are protected in part by the Rolette County Waterfowl Production Area.

For genealogists and local historians, the area is notable for its numerous consecrated grounds. Several cemeteries are found near the settlements, including Saint Mary's Cem, Sunrise View Cem, and Saint Sylvan Cem to the north, while Saint Louis Cem, Riverside Cem, and Holy Cross Catholic Cem are clustered south of the primary township. Flowing through the territory, Willow Creek and Mud Creek illustrate the natural drainage patterns that have shaped land use and local boundaries for generations.