1955 Map of Medina SW

About this map

The Northern Pacific railroad cuts through the northern reaches of this prairie landscape, serving the community of Crystal Springs. This high-plains region, straddling the line between Kidder and Stutsman counties, is defined by an intricate network of glacial potholes and alkaline lakes. To the south, the Lake George National Wildlife Refuge encompasses the waters of Lake George, while other notable water bodies like Stink Lake, St Paul, and Chokecherry Lake dot the terrain. The map reveals a mid-century rural infrastructure centered on education and local history, including School No 2, School No 4, and School No 3, alongside the Crystal Springs Cem. The density of small, unnamed water features and springs indicates a complex hydrologic system essential to the townships of Tanner, Crystal Springs, and Newbury.