2014 Map of Mercer SW

About this map

Heckers Lake and the winding course of Painted Woods Cr dominate this section of the North Dakota prairie, marking a landscape defined by water management and rural boundaries. The terrain is notably etched by the S Canal Rd, part of the regional water infrastructure that services the agricultural lands across the tri-county corner of McLean, Sheridan, and Burleigh. This 2014 survey documents the enduring presence of Bethel Cem in the northwestern quadrant, a vital landmark for genealogists and local historians tracing family roots in this sparsely populated area. The grid of section lines is reflected in the modern road network, including 471st Ave NE and 448th Ave NE, which trace the legacy of the original land surveys across the rolling hills of the Missouri Plateau.