
Riga sits at a junction of rail and road in this part of McHenry County, where the landscape is defined by the numerous wetlands and glacial lakes characteristic of the region. To the northwest, the significant waters of Buffalo Lodge Lake dominate the edge of the survey, while the smaller Rock Lake lies just north of the settlement. The map provides a clear look at the rural infrastructure of the area, featuring the well-preserved Thompson Cem located in the section north of the rail line. This 2024 edition reflects the modern grid of local roads, such as 57th St N, which serves as a primary east-west artery, and the Denbigh Trl which cuts through the eastern sections. The presence of these specific landmarks and the carefully mapped terrain elevations offer a detailed view of the contemporary North Dakota prairie, revealing how family landmarks and water bodies remain the anchors of this rural community.
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1948 · Velva
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1949 · Granville NE
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1949 · Simcoe
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1949 · Riga
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1949 · Karlsruhe NW
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1949 · Granville
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1949 · Denbigh
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1949 · Bantry
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1950 · Karlsruhe NE
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1950 · Denbigh
USGS Topo · 1:24,000