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1970 Map of New Salem NE

Name: 1970 Topographic Map of New Salem NE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1972
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1972

About this map

The boundary between Oliver Co and Morton Co marks the center of this rural landscape, defined by the winding course of Sweet Briar Creek. In the south, the recently established Sweet Briar Lake and Sweet Briar Dam provide a focal point for the Sweet Briar Dam State Game Management Area, reflecting mid-century water management and conservation efforts. The settlement pattern is characterized by scattered agricultural landmarks, including the Lutheran Ch to the north and the Bremen Cem further east.

Industrial activity is evidenced by several excavations across the prairie, most notably the Lignite Pit and various Gravel Pits, pointing to the region's reliance on local natural resources. The southern section includes the area of Engelter, where the terrain begins to transition. This survey offers a clear view of the rural infrastructure of North Dakota before significant modern expansion, preserving the locations of early local landmarks and extractive sites.