Ransom County, County in North Dakota, United States
Description
Ransom County is an administrative division in eastern North Dakota covering gently rolling terrain dotted with lakes and wetlands, particularly across its western sections. The Sheyenne River flows along much of the southern boundary.
History
The county was established in 1873 by the Dakota Territory legislature and named after Fort Ransom, which operated in the region from 1867 to 1872. This military outpost was significant in the early development and governance of the area.
Culture
The county maintains multiple educational facilities through the Enderlin Area and Lisbon Public School Districts, serving the local student population across its territory.
Practical
The county courthouse in Lisbon at 204 5th Avenue West serves as the main administrative center and is open for public services. The area is served by two school districts that operate throughout the territory for those interested in educational facilities.
Did you know?
The highest elevation in the county sits near its northwestern corner at about 1,421 feet (433 meters) above sea level. This topographic feature creates a subtle ridge that distinguishes the landscape in that direction.
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Bonanzaville, USA
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Hi-Line Railroad Bridge
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Fort Ransom State Park
23.1 km
Frederick A. and Sophia Bagg Bonanza Farm
65.2 km
Tewaukon National Wildlife Refuge
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56.8 km
St. Stephen's Episcopal Church
60.1 km
State Normal School at Valley City Historic District
57.3 km
West Park Bridge
57.8 km
Lisbon Bridge
2.2 km
Rainbow Arch Bridge
58.1 km
Lisbon Opera House
2.5 km
Old Stone Church
52.1 km
Valley City Municipal Auditorium
57.6 km
Wolverton Public School
71.8 km
Barnes County Courthouse
58.3 km
Ransom County Courthouse
2.7 km
South Wild Rice Church
71.4 km
All Saints Episcopal Church
58.3 km
Palestine Evangelical Lutheran Church
67.3 km
Casselton Commercial Historic District
59.9 km
Valley City Carnegie Library
58.2 km
Sargent County Courthouse
39.4 km
T. J. Walker Historic District
21.8 km
Watts Free Library
38.3 km
Amphitheater and Fieldstone WPA Features at Valley City Pioneer Park
58.6 km
LaMoure County Courthouse
49.6 km
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