2024 Map of Rat Lake SE

About this map

Lake Sakakawea dominates the southwestern corner of this survey, where its expansive waters meet the McKenzie and Mountrail county line. The landscape is defined by the winding course of the Little Knife River, which feeds into the larger reservoir at Little Knife Bay. This area illustrates the significant transformation of the upper Missouri River valley, where modern hydrologic management has reshaped the traditional river basin. In the southeast, the edge of New Town appears, serving as a primary hub for the region. The map provides a look at the grid-based rural road network, including 48th St NW and 42 St NW, which traverse the high ground between the river breaks and the rolling plains characteristic of western North Dakota.