1963 Map of Kelso

About this map

The North Branch Elm River and South Branch Elm River meander through the prairie landscape of Traill County, North Dakota, defining the agricultural and transport patterns of the region. This 1963 survey, updated in the early 1980s, highlights the small settlements of Kelso and Alton situated along the corridor of the Burlington Northern railroad. The land is organized into township boundaries including Bohnsack and Kelso, where the Bohnsack Cem serves as a vital anchor for family historians. Infrastructure for a modernizing farming economy is evident in the presence of the Hillsboro Municipal Airport, a Gaging Station, and scattered Gravel Pits. The map also captures local transit conveniences like the Roadside Park and Rest Area, reflecting the development of regional road networks during this era.