2011 Map of Portal

About this map

The international boundary between North Dakota and Saskatchewan defines the northern edge of this landscape, where Portal serves as a critical gateway at the border. This 2011 survey reveals a classic prairie section-line grid, sparsely punctuated by small agricultural hubs like Lignite and rural junctions such as Sevenmile Corner. The map records a distinct genealogical footprint through several community burial grounds, including the Norwegian Cemetery, Swedish Cemetery, and Saint Marys Cemetery, each reflecting the diverse heritage of the early settlers who organized these townships. Much of the terrain is dominated by high-plains agriculture and scattered wetlands like Little Slough, while the Portal Municipal Airport and a small grid of streets like Main St and Dakota St mark the modest concentration of infrastructure in this northern frontier.