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2018 Map of Otter Creek East

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Otter Creek East
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

The Heart River winds through the northern half of this landscape, carving a distinct valley that defines the drainage patterns of eastern Morton County. This survey illustrates a largely rural expanse where the river is joined by smaller tributaries like Beaver Cr and Otter Cr. These watercourses have shaped the topography, creating named landforms such as Pony Coulee and Bridge Coulee, which serve as traditional landmarks in this section of the Great Plains.

The boundary between Grant and Morton counties bisects the terrain, following a straight north-south line that cuts across the natural meanders of the river. Infrastructure is primarily composed of a geometric grid of rural roads, including Co Rd 84 and various township lines like 61st St SW. This network provides access to the expansive agricultural sections that dominate the North Dakota interior during this modern era.