2020 Map of Washburn SW

About this map

The Missouri River flows through this southwestern portion of the Washburn area, marking a significant boundary between McLean and Oliver counties. The landscape is characterized by the dissected upland plateaus typical of central North Dakota, where coulees like Coal Lake Coulee drain toward the river valley. The region is predominantly agricultural, organized by a strict grid of section lines and county roads such as County Road 17 and McLean County 20. For those researching local heritage, the presence of Birka Lutheran Cem and Conklin Cem provides specific points of interest for family history. The map shows the Missouri River's wide, braided channel and the various islands and wetlands that define its floodplain in this reach, offering a clear view of the rural infrastructure and land management systems in place during the early 21st century.