2014 Map of Fairmount NW

About this map

Wild Rice River meanders across this rural landscape in Center Township, defining the drainage patterns of Richland County in the early 21st century. The map reveals a strictly regulated agrarian grid, where section lines are traced by a network of gravel and paved roads including 81st St SE, 83rd St SE, and the prominent CR-16 corridor. This particular survey highlights the subtle topography of the Red River Valley, where the lack of dramatic elevation change emphasizes the vital role of the river as the primary natural landmark. The geometric precision of roads like 177th Ave SE and 180th Ave SE illustrates a landscape optimized for large-scale agriculture, showing how the contemporary North Dakota prairie is partitioned for modern production.