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1945 Map of Pelican Lake

USGS Topo · Published 1955

About this map

Glacial depressions and prairie potholes dominate this mid-century landscape in the heart of North Dakota, where water bodies like Pelican Lake and Seibold Lake dot the terrain. The map reveals a highly organized rural infrastructure, partitioned into civil townships such as Byersville, Prophets, and Medicine Hill. The social fabric of these remote farming communities is evidenced by the dense network of numbered country schools, including Byersville Sch No 4 and Wise Sch No 1, which once served as the primary gathering points for local families. Cultural landmarks such as Immanuel Ch and the Our Savior Cem provide essential anchor points for genealogical research. The varied topography is punctuated by Medicine Hill, while numerous small lakes like Postel Lake and Brush Lake reflect the typical hydrologic patterns of the Missouri Plateau before modern agricultural drainage significantly altered the surface water.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1945
Date Published1955
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions17 x 20.7 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain