1994 Map of Sweetwater

About this map

Sweetwater Lake and a sprawling network of interconnected prairie basins dominate this Ramsey County landscape during the early 1990s. The small settlement of Sweetwater sits on the western edge of the quadrangle, serving as a landmark in a region defined by its hydrography. The map illustrates a complex water system where Morrison Lake, Freshwater Lake, and Storman Lake are linked by narrow channels and topographical depressions. A notable point of navigation within this aquatic maze is Gordons Pass, which connects the larger bodies of water. To the east, Barton Lake and Ringstrom Lake are joined by the winding Edmore Coulee, reflecting the natural drainage patterns characteristic of the North Dakota plains. The detailed topography reveals the subtle elevation changes that dictate how these lakes expand and contract across the prairie.