2014 Map of Schefield

About this map

The settlement of Schefield sits at the center of this 2014 survey, marking a quiet agricultural pocket on the high plains of North Dakota. This section of the state is characterized by a precise grid of rural roads, such as 115th Ave SW and 51st St SW, which partition the landscape for wheat and livestock production. The terrain is subtly drained by the winding course of Antelope Cr, which meanders across the upper half of the sheet, providing a natural contrast to the rigid geometry of the section lines. Along the southern edge, the map documents the administrative boundary between Stark Co and Hettinger Co, a line traced by 54th St SW. The sparse distribution of buildings and the concentration of features around the lone hamlet reflect the enduring homesteading patterns and the isolated, communal nature of life in the southwestern corner of the state.