2014 Map of Sheyenne Lake

About this map

Saint Emanuel Cem sits along the western edge of this prairie landscape, providing a primary point of interest for local history and genealogy research in Sheridan County. The terrain is defined by the hydrologic network of the Sheyenne River system, which connects a series of prominent water bodies including Sheyenne Lake, Coal Mine Lake, and Lone Tree Lake. These lakes are oriented along a glacial drainage valley that cuts diagonally through the section lines, creating a distinct break in the otherwise orderly grid of rural roads like 18th Ave NE and 20th St NE. The presence of Coal Mine Lake hints at the subterranean resources that have historically shaped this part of North Dakota, while the established cemetery and section-line road network reflect a long-standing commitment to agricultural settlement and local community heritage.