1981 Map of Stanley SE

About this map

The Little Knife River winds through this segment of Mountrail County, defining a landscape of glacial potholes and conservation lands in the early 1980s. The territory is organized into distinct sections like Idaho, Palermo, Purcell, and Burke, reflecting the rectangular survey system that governed the High Plains. Transport and industry are marked by the Burlington Northern railroad corridor, which cuts across the terrain near several Gravel Pits. Significant portions of the land are dedicated to conservation, including the James Hill Twp National Wildlife Management Area and the Palermo State Game Management Area, illustrating the region's commitment to preserving waterfowl habitat amidst its agricultural and industrial activity.