2011 Map of Nygren Dam

About this map

Nygren Dam serves as a focal point for this rural Morton County landscape, where the prairie topography is defined by the winding course of Chanta Peta Creek. The creek meanders extensively through the central and eastern portions of the quadrangle, illustrating the natural drainage patterns of the North Dakota plains before it eventually meets larger tributaries. In the northwestern corner, a segment of the Heart River cuts through the terrain, further emphasizing the importance of water management in this agricultural region. The map reveals a strictly organized section-line road network, including routes like County Rd 135, which connects the scattered farmsteads and rural properties. This survey provides a precise look at the 2011 land use and hydrology, documenting how simple earthen structures and natural waterways dictate the movement and settlement patterns across the open country.