2017 Map of Jessie

About this map

Jessie stands as the primary settlement in this part of Griggs County, situated within a prairie landscape defined by a high density of small wetlands and potholes. The northern section is marked by the winding path of the Sheyenne River, which cuts through the northeastern corner near the prominent elevation of Butte Michaud. This 2017 survey illustrates a highly organized grid of rural section roads, such as 109th Ave NE and 12th St NE, that provide access to the agricultural tracts across several townships. For those researching local heritage, the map identifies significant sites like Saint Lawrence Cem just south of the townsite and the Hero Cem located further south along 6th St NE. The distribution of these landmarks against the complex drainage patterns reveals the careful adaptation of early homesteaders and contemporary farmers to this water-rich North Dakota terrain.