2014 Map of New Salem

About this map

New Salem serves as the central hub of this prairie landscape, where the rectilinear grid of modern transportation meets the winding drainage of the Missouri Plateau. Just north of the town, Graceland Cem and Sch Hill look out over a terrain marked by distinctive North Dakota rises. To the southwest, the smaller settlement of Sims sits near Sims Cem along the banks of Sims Cr, providing a focal point for genealogical research in this part of Morton County. The area's hydrology is defined by a series of branching waterways including Crooked Cr, Beaver Cr, and Hailstone Cr. These streams carve through a landscape punctuated by landmarks like Klondike Butte, Pointed Hill, and the prominent Rocky Ridge, illustrating the subtle yet complex relief of the regional topography.