How can I determine what the
section number is?
Each section number is clearly marked on the township page in the center of
each section (see illustration below).
What are tier and range numbers?
These numbers represent Township and Range and are indicated at the top of
each Township page (see illustration below).
How do I read my plat book?
The illustration below is a simplified example of how to read a plat book.
In addition, each county plat book contains detailed instructions regarding
this procedure.
