1952 Map of New Rockford

About this map

Fort Totten Indian Reservation and the surrounding plains of central North Dakota are depicted here during a period of established agricultural and rail activity. The landscape is characterized by a high density of small-town grain stops and sidings along the Northern Pacific RR, Great Northern RR, and Soo Line RR. Prominent landmarks such as Butte De Morale and Black Hammer Hill rise above the terrain, while the extensive system of glacial lakes and wetlands, including Devils Lake and Stump Lake, provide natural focal points for the region. Significant conservation areas like Sullys Hill National Game Preserve and Arrowwood National Wildlife Refuge indicate the early preservation of local prairie habitats. The rail-centric settlement pattern is evident in the string of communities like New Rockford, Fessenden, and Carrington that served as vital hubs for the local agrarian economy.