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3) The survey took place between April and June 1820. The surveyed lands were divided into 18 districts. A total of 656 individual tracts were laid out during the survey, with the tracts ranging in size from 50 to 300 acres. The surveyors rated each tract according to its perceived quality. First quality lands were subsequently sold at auction for a minimum of $4 per acre, second quality lands were sold for a minimum of $3 per acre and third quality lands were sold for a minimum of $2 per acre.

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