2017 Map of Wellsburg

About this map

The Sheyenne River winds through the heart of this landscape in Wells County, creating a distinct riparian corridor that breaks the geometric regularity of the surrounding prairie. Near the small settlement of Wellsburg, the terrain rises toward Butte de Morale, a prominent landmark that historically served as a navigational point in this part of North Dakota. The area's character is defined by its agricultural grid, where section lines are marked by local routes like 30th Ave NE and Co Rd 5. The intersection of multiple county boundaries, including the junction of Pierce, Benson, and Wells counties, illustrates the administrative divisions of the central plains during this modern era of mapping. This survey captures the relationship between the natural river valley and the highly organized township and range system that dictates the placement of rural homesteads and transit lines.