2024 Map of Mertz Slough

About this map

Mertz Slough and Jones Lake dominate the central prairie of this Sheridan County landscape, where the terrain is defined by a dense network of seasonal wetlands and small basins. The region is strictly organized by a section-line road grid, including 14th Ave NE and 11th St NE, which facilitates access across the sparsely settled townships. Rural life is anchored by significant community landmarks such as the Saint Jacobus Lutheran Cem and Fairview Cem, which reflect the area's pioneer heritage. This 2024 survey documents the enduring agricultural character of the North Dakota plains, showing a landscape where small water bodies and section-line corridors remain the primary features of the physical and social geography.