1998 Map of Venlo

About this map

The Sheyenne River winds through the western edge of this Ransom County landscape, defining the transition between cultivated farmland and the expansive Sheyenne National Grassland. The small settlement of Venlo sits near the northern boundary, while historical townships like Shenford, Owego, and Scoville organize the surrounding plains. The terrain is marked by distinctive hydrological features, including several Flowing Wells and a Flowing Well in the south, suggesting a high water table and specific agricultural needs for the era. In the northeast, the river valley widens near Pigeon Point, providing a sharp contrast to the flatter sections of the prairie. Local infrastructure is evidenced by Heaton Bridge and various Gravel Pits, which supported the road network connecting these rural communities during the late twentieth century.