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1950 Map of Mouse River Park

Name: 1950 Topographic Map of Mouse River Park
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1950
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1950

About this map

The Souris River meanders deeply through Renville County in this mid-century survey, carving a distinct valley through the townships of Stafford, Prosperity, and Grover. This landscape is characterized by its orderly grid of section lines, dotted with local landmarks like Edson Ch and Prosperity Ch. The map documents the early years of the Upper Souris National Wildlife Refuge, which follows the river's path northward toward the boundary of Canada.

Social infrastructure is prominently marked, showing a high density of rural schoolhouses and small country churches, including Zion Ch and Evanger Ch. These sites, along with the McKinney Cem and Bowen Sch, provide a detailed record of the agrarian community before the consolidation of rural districts. The recreational hub of Mouse River Park serves as a focal point near the southern bend, illustrating the river's importance to both local life and conservation efforts.