1900s (20th Century) Maps of Dawson, North Dakota

Explore 8 historic maps of Dawson from the 1900s (20th Century). These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1900s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

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Dawson, ND maps

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  1. 1952 Map of Tappen South, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Tappen South, 1954 Print
    1952 Tappen South
    1954 Print · USGS
    In the early fifties, this Kidder County landscape was defined by the Northern Pacific rail corridor and a vast network of wetlands. Researchers can trace the layout of early rural life through landmarks like Camp Grassick, Sibley Cem, and the old School No 28.

  2. 1952 Map of Dawson, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Dawson, 1954 Print
    1952 Dawson
    1954 Print · USGS
    Kidder County in the early 1950s was a landscape of expansive prairie lakes and railroad-dependent towns. Genealogists and local historians can trace the rural schoolhouse at Liberty Sch and the rail-side growth of Dawson near Alkaline Lake.
    2 unique versions available

  3. 1952 Map of Tappen North, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Tappen North, 1954 Print
    1952 Tappen North
    1954 Print · USGS
    Kidder County's prairie pothole region is detailed here in the early fifties, showing a rural landscape organized by township lines and small rail-side settlements. Researchers can locate family landmarks like the Norwegian Ch, Fisher Cem, and McPhail Butte Historic Monument.

  4. 1952 Map of Steele NE, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Steele NE, 1954 Print
    1952 Steele NE
    1954 Print · USGS
    Kidder County's prairie wetland system is captured here in the early fifties as the community of Dawson began its post-war decade. Genealogists and local historians can locate early landmarks like Allen Cem and rural educational sites like School No 1.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 1953 Map of Jamestown
    1953 Map of Jamestown
    1953 Jamestown
    1953 Print · USGS
    Southeastern North Dakota was a thriving rail and agricultural corridor in the early fifties, anchored by the James River. Researchers can trace the footprints of institutional landmarks like the North Dakota State Hospital and historic sites such as Whitestone Hill Battlefield Park.
    3 unique versions available

  6. 1956 Map of Jamestown
    1956 Map of Jamestown
    1956 Jamestown
    1956 Print · USGS
    The James River valley and the vast alkali lake country of south-central North Dakota are captured here in the mid-fifties. Genealogists can trace family farms across several counties, locating small rail stops like Medberry and monuments like Whitestone Hill Battlefield Park.

  7. 1975 Map of Tappen North, 1978 Print
    1975 Map of Tappen North, 1978 Print
    1975 Tappen North
    1978 Print · USGS
    Kidder County's prairie pothole region is captured here in the mid-seventies, showing a landscape of expansive lakes and rural townships. Genealogists and local historians can locate Fisher Cem, Norwegian Ch, and early school sites like School No 2.

  8. 1985 Map of Steele, 1994 Print
    1985 Map of Steele, 1994 Print
    1985 Steele
    1994 Print · USGS
    Central North Dakota’s prairie pothole region is showcased here in the mid-1980s, revealing a landscape of vital wetlands and rail-dependent towns. Researchers can trace family ties and land use near Steele, Napoleon, and the many waterfowl production areas like Slade National Wildlife Refuge.

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