1948 Map of Stampede

About this map

The international boundary between Saskatchewan and North Dakota defines the northern edge of this Burke County landscape, captured just after the Second World War. The settlement of Stampede sits along the southern edge of the quadrangle, serving as a point of interest on the Great Northern railroad line. The topography is defined by the winding course of Short Creek and its East Branch, which cut through a prairie terrain dotted with numerous small potholes and wetlands. A glimpse of local community life is found at the Short Creek Ch, a lone landmark in the open township of Short Creek. The map also traces the Sault Ste Marie water feature, providing a detailed look at the rural drainage and transportation network of the late 1940s.