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1954 Map of Stephen

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of Stephen
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1955
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1955

About this map

The Great Northern railroad corridor anchors this mid-century survey of the Red River Valley, connecting the agricultural hubs of Stephen and Argyle. The landscape is defined by a rigorous grid of drainage infrastructure, such as State Ditch No 2 and County Ditch No 11, which manage the flat terrain between the meandering Tamarac River and Middle River.

Genealogists will find a high concentration of educational and religious landmarks, though many show signs of rural consolidation, including the School No 54 (Abandoned) and Lincoln Sch (Abandoned). Active community centers like Excelsior Sch and the Immanuel Ch remain, alongside local infrastructure like the Stephen Landing Field and a Gaging Station on the river. The map also records small, vanished stopping points such as Luna along the rail line.