1955 Map of LaMoure

About this map

The James River Valley dominates this 1955 survey of the LaMoure region, showing the town at a time when the Burlington Northern railroad provided a vital link through the plains. The landscape is defined by its water and agricultural infrastructure, from the prominent Lake Lamoure and its spillway to the smaller Nevermore Lake and Pearl Lake. Local heritage is anchored by rural landmarks such as Cottonwood Ch and St. Ansgar Ch, while the LaMoure-Rott Municipal Airport signals the mid-century modernization of the area. The map also records the jurisdictional boundaries of Grand Rapids and Dean townships, providing a clear view of the settlement patterns along Cottonwood Creek before late-century changes.