1952 Map of Thief River Falls

About this map

Red River of the North defines the center of this mid-century survey, acting as the border between North Dakota and Minnesota. The agricultural landscape is dominated by the intricate drainage networks of the Pembina River, Park River, and Snake River, reflecting the era's reliance on water management for the fertile Red River Valley. Along the Soo Line and Burlington Northern railroads, dozens of small prairie settlements like Glasston, Auburn, and Hensel anchor the regional economy. Large-scale conservation efforts are evident in the sprawling Agassiz National Wildlife Refuge and Ardoch National Wildlife Refuge, while local history is preserved at St Thomas Ch and the St Vincent Cem. The map illustrates a period of established rail infrastructure and early state park development, including Icelandic State Park.