2024 Map of Marion NE

About this map

Glacial potholes and prairie wetlands dominate the landscape of the Barnes County Waterfowl Production Area in this remote section of the North Dakota plains. The map details a rectilinear grid of section lines and gravel roads, including 100th Ave SE and 54th St SE, which define the agricultural rhythm of the region. Local heritage is centered around the Swedish Cem and Bethlehem Cem, which serve as permanent markers of the early Scandinavian and European settlers who established farms across the townships of t138n r60w and t137n r61w. The southern border of the quadrangle marks the physical boundary between Barnes Co and LaMoure Co, tracing the edge of the James River valley uplands where the open prairie meets significant conservation acreage.