2011 Map of Marion NW

About this map

Meadow Lake Township in Barnes County is defined by a rigorous section-line grid and numerous small, unnamed wetlands and prairie potholes. This rural landscape, captured in the early 21st century, showcases the enduring agricultural layout of the North Dakota plains. The map is dominated by a systematic network of thoroughfares such as 48th St SE, 50th St SE, and 96th Ave SE. Unlike many earlier topographic surveys, this edition illustrates the modern road classification system, distinguishing between local roads and 4WD tracks that traverse the open fields. The absence of named settlements or civic institutions highlights the strictly agrarian nature of this specific quadrangle, making it a valuable reference for understanding contemporary land use and the persistence of early surveying patterns in the region.