1958 Map of Vashti

About this map

Vashti sits at the heart of this prairie landscape, serving as a focal point along the Northern Pacific railroad line. The terrain is defined by the broad Pipestem Valley, where the meandering Pipestem Creek flows toward the southeast. This 1950s survey captures a rural Stutsman County landscape organized by the Rectangular Survey System, dotted with numerous small wetlands and prairie potholes typical of the region. The map highlights localized topographical regions such as Glacier, Walters, Paris, and the prominent Round Top. Educational history is preserved here with the inclusion of Foothills Sch No 1, reflecting the township-based school system of the era. The northwestern corner is marked by the Brush Hills and Brush Lake, illustrating the varied glacial geography that shaped this portion of North Dakota.