1971 Map of Wolford

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Wolford stands at the northern edge of this 1971 survey, serving as a hub for the surrounding agricultural prairie of Pierce County. The landscape is defined by its glacial prairie potholes and drainage patterns, most notably the expansive Rush Lake and the smaller, distinct Guss Lake. The Burlington Northern railroad cuts a diagonal path across the terrain, a vital transport link for the region's grain economy. This era shows a rural landscape where section lines and field boundaries, visible through aerial photography from the late 1960s, dictate the local geography. Several Gravel Pits are scattered near the rail line and water bodies, indicating the importance of local material extraction for road building and infrastructure in this part of North Dakota.