2011 Map of New Town SW

About this map

Lake Sakakawea dominates the eastern and southern landscape of this Missouri River basin map, illustrating the significant impact of the Garrison Dam on the topography of Mountrail County. This 2011 survey documents the shoreline and hydrologic patterns of the Missouri River as it enters the reservoir, showing the intricate inlets formed by the rising water. The land north of the water is defined by a precise section-line road grid, including 30th St NW and 28th St NW, which segment the rolling prairie into agricultural blocks. The drainage of Little Shell Creek meanders toward the lake, providing a natural contrast to the rigid geometry of the county road system. This map captures the intersection of mid-century engineering and traditional rural development, offering a clear record of the region's modified hydrology and contemporary rural infrastructure.