1980s Maps of Franklin Township, Minnesota

Explore 6 historic maps of Franklin Township from the 1980s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1980s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how Franklin Township's landscape evolved across the 1980s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

  • Focus on a specific era: All maps on this page are from the 1980s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
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Start exploring Franklin Township's history through authentic maps from the 1980s. This is your window into the past.


Franklin Township, MN maps

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  1. 1981 Map of Mayer
    1981 Map of Mayer
    1981 Mayer
    1981 Print · USGS
    Carver and Wright counties are shown here in the early eighties as a landscape of established rail corridors and river-bound townships. Genealogists and local historians can locate St Mark Cem, trace the Burlington Northern line, and find the Ziermann Landing Strip near Mayer.

  2. 1981 Map of Watertown, 1982 Print
    1981 Map of Watertown, 1982 Print
    1981 Watertown
    1982 Print · USGS
    Carver County and its neighboring townships are captured here in the early eighties, showcasing a region defined by its numerous lakes and the South Fork Crow River. Researchers can locate historic sites like Trinity Cem, St Peters Ch, and the winding Luce Line Trail.
    2 unique versions available

  3. 1981 Map of Waverly, 1982 Print
    1981 Map of Waverly, 1982 Print
    1981 Waverly
    1982 Print · USGS
    Wright County is captured here in the early 1980s as its agricultural roots and railway corridors remained central to local life. Genealogists and local historians can locate several parish landmarks and cemeteries, including Swedesburg Ch, Mission Cem, and Wright Cem.

  4. 1981 Map of Delano, 1982 Print
    1981 Map of Delano, 1982 Print
    1981 Delano
    1982 Print · USGS
    The Crow River forks and the bustling town of Delano are captured in the early eighties. Genealogists can trace family names across nearly a dozen sites, including Cassel Cem, St Peters Cem, and St Josephs Cem.

  5. 1985 Map of Saint Paul
    1985 Map of Saint Paul
    1985 Saint Paul
    1985 Print · USGS
    The Twin Cities metropolitan area and its southern suburbs are captured here in the mid-eighties as the urban landscape expanded toward the Minnesota River. Researchers can trace the layout of the Fort Snelling Military Reservation, find local landmarks like St Benedict Church, and study the rail routes of the Soo Line.
    2 unique versions available

  6. 1985 Map of Anoka
    1985 Map of Anoka
    1985 Anoka
    1985 Print · USGS
    The northern Twin Cities suburbs and the Mississippi River valley are captured here in the mid-eighties as suburban growth began to meet rural conservation lands. Trace the expansion of Anoka and Blaine, or locate family landmarks near the Rum River and Buffalo Lake.

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