1970s Maps of Dakota County, Minnesota

1. 1974 Map of Coates, 1976 Print

   

   1974 Coates

   1976 Print · USGS

   Dakota County during the mid-seventies reveals a landscape defined by large-scale research facilities and a complex rail network. Researchers can locate several rural burial sites like St Johns Cem and trace the original paths of the Chicago and North Western railroad near Coates.

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4. 1974 Map of New Market, 1976 Print

   

   1974 New Market

   1976 Print · USGS

   The rural borderlands of Scott and Rice counties are captured here in the mid-seventies, showing a landscape of small farming towns and expanding regional transit. Genealogists and local historians can trace the roads to Solor Ch, West Christiania Cem, and the settlement of Hazelwood.

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7. 1974 Map of Randolph, 1976 Print

   

   1974 Randolph

   1976 Print · USGS

   Dakota and Goodhue Counties come alive in this mid-seventies survey, featuring the agricultural heartland during a period of steady rural development. Genealogists can trace family footprints through numerous local sites like Redrose Cem, Castle Rock, and the rail junction at Randolph.

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10. 1974 Map of Castle Rock, 1976 Print

    

    1974 Castle Rock

    1976 Print · USGS

    Dakota County's rural landscape is captured here in the mid-seventies, showing a blend of traditional farming and new aviation infrastructure. Trace family history at East Christiania or locate rural landmarks like St John Cem and the Airlake Industrial Airport.

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13. 1974 Map of Orchard Lake, 1976 Print

    

    1974 Orchard Lake

    1976 Print · USGS

    The lakeside communities of Dakota County were transforming into established suburbs during the mid-seventies. Genealogists and local researchers can locate family-named landmarks and civic anchors like Orchard Lake Sch, Buck Hill, and Antlers Park.

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16. 1974 Map of Farmington, 1976 Print

    

    1974 Farmington

    1976 Print · USGS

    Dakota County was undergoing rapid transformation in the 1970s as suburban residential tracts met the region's long-standing industrial and rail networks. Researchers can trace the layout of early neighborhoods around Parkview School and locate family plots at St Johns Cemetery or St Michaels Cemetery.

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19. 1974 Map of Cannon Falls, 1978 Print

    

    1974 Cannon Falls

    1978 Print · USGS

    The confluence of the Cannon River and Spring Creek defines this area during the mid-seventies, showing the growth of Cannon Falls. Trace the historic Chicago and North Western rail line past Zion Cem and the small settlement of New Trier.

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22. 1974 Map of Miesville, 1978 Print

    

    1974 Miesville

    1978 Print · USGS

    Southeast of St. Paul in the 1970s, the Cannon River valley reveals a transition from upland farming to deep river bluffs. Genealogists and historians can trace family locations near the Mineral Springs Sanatorium, Cannon River Cemetery, and the village of Miesville.

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25. 1974 Map of Vermillion, 1978 Print

    

    1974 Vermillion

    1978 Print · USGS

    Dakota County transitioned from deep-rooted agriculture to suburban and industrial growth during the mid-seventies. Researchers can trace the Old Railroad Grade, locate family plots at Oakwood Cem, and map the early footprint of Imperial Estates Park.

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28. 1974 Map of Diamond Bluff West, 1978 Print

    

    1974 Diamond Bluff West

    1978 Print · USGS

    The Mississippi River valley serves as a borderland between Wisconsin and Minnesota in this mid-seventies survey of the Diamond Bluff area. Local historians can trace the Prairie Island Indian Reservation and find landmarks like St Johns Ch and the Prairie Island Cem.

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31. 1974 Map of Hastings, 1978 Print

    

    1974 Hastings

    1978 Print · USGS

    The riverfront communities of Hastings and Prescott are shown in detail during the mid-seventies as they grew along the Mississippi and Vermillion rivers. Genealogists and local researchers can locate numerous historic sites, from the State Hospital Cem and St Boniface Ch to the OLD RAILROAD GRADE and local town halls.

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