2014 Map of Merricourt SW

About this map

Wirch serves as the central point of reference in this landscape of the Missouri Coteau, where the prairie is defined by numerous small water bodies and seasonal wetlands. The settlement area is marked by the Wirch Cem, a significant landmark for those tracing family history in Spring Valley Township. The geography is dominated by a chain of lakes, including the prominent Wood Lake, Crow Lake, and the smaller Happy Lake situated near Crab Tree Lakes to the southeast. A distinct topographical feature, Webber Gulch, cuts through the undulating terrain, illustrating the natural drainage patterns of Dickey County. The map provides a precise look at the rural grid system, with roads like 69th Ave SE and 96th St SE providing access to these isolated water features and family lands in a region where the natural environment dictates the layout of human habitation.