2024 Map of New Salem NW

About this map

The boundary between Oliver Co and Morton Co divides the landscape of this contemporary North Dakota survey, highlighting a transition between the northern high plains and the drainage of the Heart River watershed. This area is centered around the small settlement of Youngtown, situated south of the sprawling waters of Mosbrucker Lake. The terrain is defined by the winding course of Sweetbriar Creek, which meanders through sections of public land defined by the Rectangular Survey System, including t140n r85w and surrounding townships. A network of rural connectors, such as Co Hwy 140 and Co Rd 140, facilitates movement between farmsteads and agricultural plots, reflecting the enduring grid-based organization of the Dakotas. The map provides a clear look at local land use and hydrology, from the section lines to the specific creek beds and minor lake basins that characterize the region north of New Salem.