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1961 Map of Turtle Creek NW, 1980 Print
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1961 Map of Turtle Creek NW

USGS Topo · Published 1980

About this map

Turtle Creek meanders through the heart of this McLean County landscape, illustrating a rural prairie environment undergoing modern hydraulic development during the mid-20th century. Mapped as part of the Department of the Interior program for the Missouri River Basin, the topography reveals the transition between natural watercourses and engineered irrigation infrastructure, such as the prominent Canal cutting across the northern sections. Evidence of established local communities appears through family-named landmarks like Veeder Ch and the Veeder School No 2, providing essential coordinates for genealogical research in this part of North Dakota. In the northern reaches, Lake Ordway stands as a significant water body, while a Gaging Station on the creek indicates the era's focus on water management and streamflow monitoring.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1961
Date Published1980
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.7 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain