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1972 Map of Lake Louise

Name: 1972 Topographic Map of Lake Louise
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1974
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1974

About this map

Chase Lake National Wildlife Refuge dominates the southern landscape of this 1970s survey, illustrating a region dedicated to conservation and habitat preservation. The complex hydrology of the prairie pothole region is evident in the numerous water bodies, including Chase Lake, Lake Louise, Chicago Lake, and Fisher Lake. These areas are protected through multiple overlapping designations such as the Chase Lake State Game Management Area and the National Waterfowl Production Area.

Agricultural and infrastructure markers are sparse but significant across the undulating Marston Moor. The Burlington Northern railroad cuts through the northern corner, providing a vital transportation link, while a lone Townhall and scattered Well sites point to the local governance and rural development of Stutsman County. The map also delineates the boundary between Kidder and Stutsman counties, showing how geopolitical lines intersect this water-heavy terrain.