2017 Map of Nome SE

About this map

The Sheyenne River meanders across the southern reaches of this landscape, cutting through the glacial terrain of Ransom County. The river valley is punctuated by prominent rises such as Oestreicher Hill and Scott Hill, which stand out against the surrounding section-line grid. This region is defined by its agricultural layout, with a network of gravel and paved roads including Co Hwy 136 and the winding Valley Rd that follows the river's northern bank. For those tracing local history or family ties, the Bethania Cem serves as a primary point of interest, situated near the center of the survey area. Small water bodies like Brown Lake are scattered across the northern sections, reflecting the characteristic prairie pothole topography of the eastern Dakotas.