Old Maps of Ventura, Iowa for Metal Detecting
Plan your next treasure hunt with 16 historic maps of Ventura. Find old homesites, ghost towns, trails, and gathering spots that may be lost to time — perfect for identifying promising metal detecting locations.
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Ventura, IA maps
(16)- 1954 Map of Mason City, 1967 Print
1954 Mason City1967 Print · USGSSouthern Minnesota and northern Iowa are shown here at the height of the mid-century rail era, centered on the regional hubs of Mason City and Rochester. Researchers can trace the vanished paths of the Chicago Great Western and find local landmarks like Pilot Knob and Bear Lake.2 unique versions available - 1957 Map of Mason City
1957 Mason City1957 Print · USGSThe Minnesota-Iowa border region comes alive in this mid-century survey, from the industrial plants of Mason City to the medical hub of Rochester. Researchers can trace the rail-and-river economy through the Chicago Great Western Railway and the Shell Rock River. - 1958 Map of Mason City
1958 Mason City1958 Print · USGSSouthern Minnesota and northern Iowa are shown during the mid-fifties when railroads still anchored the regional economy. Genealogists and historians can trace the intricate rail networks of the Illinois Central and find local landmarks in Mason City, Albert Lea, and Austin. - 1972 Map of Clear Lake West
1972 Clear Lake West1972 Print · USGSThe western shores of Clear Lake were well-established by the early seventies, balancing lakeside recreation with a busy rail corridor. Researchers can trace local genealogy at Grant Cem or locate former campus sites like Central Sch and Jr High Sch. - 1972 Map of Ventura Heights, 1975 Print
1972 Ventura Heights1975 Print · USGSClear Lake's northern and western reaches were well-established for leisure and rural living by the early seventies. Genealogists and local historians can trace the development of Ventura, locate family sites near the Lake Side Ch, or map early property lines in Union township. - 1985 Map of Mason City
1985 Mason City1985 Print · USGSThe Northern Iowa and Southern Minnesota borderlands are captured here in the mid-eighties, showing a region defined by agricultural drainage and rail heritage. Genealogists and historians can trace the grid of rural townships and find local landmarks like Pilot Knob State Park, Nora Springs, and Clear Lake State Park.2 unique versions available - 2010 Map of Clear Lake West, 2010 Print
2010 Clear Lake West2010 Print · USGSThe western shores of Clear Lake and the town of Ventura are shown here as they appeared a decade ago. Researchers can locate civic and family landmarks like Grant Cemetery, the Ventura Post Office, and the wetlands of Mallard Marsh Swamp. - 2010 Map of Ventura Heights, 2010 Print
2010 Ventura Heights2010 Print · USGSClear Lake and its surrounding shoreline are shown in 2010 as a major Iowa recreation center. Researchers can trace the development of lakeside resorts and infrastructure like Ventura Heights, Camp Tanglefoot, and the Cerro Gordo Wind Farm in the adjacent fields. - 2013 Map of Clear Lake West, 2013 Print
2013 Clear Lake West2013 Print · USGSThe western shores of Clear Lake and the community of Ventura are shown in detail during the early 2000s. Trace the lakefront development around Relly Point or follow the path of the Winnebago River through the northern marshlands. - 2013 Map of Ventura Heights, 2013 Print
2013 Ventura Heights2013 Print · USGSThe southern shores of Clear Lake come into sharp focus in the early twenty-first century, showing a landscape of lakeside retreats and modern energy. Trace local history through Ventura Heights landmarks, the Cerro Gordo Wind Farm, and Sunset Bay Marina. - 2015 Map of Ventura Heights, 2015 Print
2015 Ventura Heights2015 Print · USGSThe northern shores of Clear Lake come alive in this recent survey of the Cerro Gordo and Hancock county line. Researchers can trace the developed lakefront from Ventura Heights to Dodges Point, while locating rural landmarks like Lloyd's Field and Woodford Island. - 2015 Map of Clear Lake West, 2015 Print
2015 Clear Lake West2015 Print · USGSClear Lake and the town of Ventura are captured here as they appeared in 2015, showing the intersection of lakeside living and Iowa's agricultural heartland. Researchers can trace local landmarks like Buddy Holly Pl, the Grant Cem, and the marshy basin of Mallard Marsh Swamp. - 2018 Map of Clear Lake West, 2018 Print
2018 Clear Lake West2018 Print · USGSVentura and the western reaches of Cerro Gordo County appear in this recent survey, capturing the landscape where prairie meets the shoreline. Researchers can trace family plots at Grant Cem or follow the path of Winnebago River and Willow Cr. - 2018 Map of Ventura Heights, 2018 Print
2018 Ventura Heights2018 Print · USGSClear Lake and its surrounding settlements are shown in meticulous detail during the late 2010s. Researchers can trace the development of Ventura Heights, locate the Clear Lake Township Cem, and explore the shoreline from Lone Tree Point to Woodford Island. - 2022 Map of Clear Lake West, 2022 Print
2022 Clear Lake West2022 Print · USGSCerro Gordo County at the start of the 2020s shows a landscape where lakeside leisure at Clear Lake meets steady prairie agriculture. Researchers can trace the layout of Ventura or find family history at Grant Cem and along Buddy Holly Pl. - 2022 Map of Ventura Heights, 2022 Print
2022 Ventura Heights2022 Print · USGSClear Lake and its surrounding western communities are detailed here during the early twenty-first century. Researchers can trace lakeshore developments at Ventura Heights, find family names at Clear Lake Township Cem, or explore natural features like Woodford Island.
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