Old Maps of Tappen, North Dakota for Metal Detecting

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Tappen, 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 Tappen SE, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Tappen SE, 1954 Print
    1952 Tappen SE
    1954 Print · USGS
    Mid-century Kidder County comes into focus in this detailed study of the prairie wetlands and rail-fed townships east of the state capital. Genealogists and historians can trace local school districts such as School No 1, the Northern Pacific rail line, and the shores of Lake George.

  3. 1952 Map of Tappen NE, 1954 Print
    1952 Map of Tappen NE, 1954 Print
    1952 Tappen NE
    1954 Print · USGS
    Kidder County's prairie pothole region comes into focus during the early fifties as the railroad and rural school districts defined local life. Trace the path of the Northern Pacific through Tappen or locate School No 1 near Sweetwater Lake.
    2 unique versions available

  4. 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.

  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.

  9. 2011 Map of Tappen SE, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Tappen SE, 2011 Print
    2011 Tappen SE
    2011 Print · USGS
    Kidder County's rural landscape is captured here in the early twenty-first century, showing the intersection of traditional agriculture and prairie wetlands. Genealogists and local historians can trace the grid of section-line roads like 41st Ave SE toward the shores of Lake George.

  10. 2011 Map of Tappen NE, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Tappen NE, 2011 Print
    2011 Tappen NE
    2011 Print · USGS
    Kidder County's prairie pothole landscape is captured here in the early 21st century, showing the rural crossroads of central North Dakota. Researchers can trace the road network around Ladoga or locate shoreline details of Sweetwater Lake and Salt Alkaline Lake.

  11. 2011 Map of Tappen North, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Tappen North, 2011 Print
    2011 Tappen North
    2011 Print · USGS
    The northern reaches of the Tappen area in the early twenty-first century reveal a landscape of expansive prairie potholes and family-held lands. Researchers can trace the rural road grid past the Fisher Cemetery and natural landmarks like McPhail Butte and Big Muddy Lake.

  12. 2011 Map of Tappen South, 2011 Print
    2011 Map of Tappen South, 2011 Print
    2011 Tappen South
    2011 Print · USGS
    Kidder County's prairie pothole landscape is shown here in the early twenty-first century, characterized by its numerous lakes and remote farmsteads. Genealogists and local historians can locate Sibley Cemetery, Liberty Cemetery, and the grounds of Camp Grassick.

  13. 2014 Map of Tappen NE, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Tappen NE, 2014 Print
    2014 Tappen NE
    2014 Print · USGS
    Kidder County's prairie landscape is captured here in the early twenty-first century, showing the rural crossroads and lake systems of the northern plains. Genealogists and local historians can trace the grid-work roads around Tappen, Ladoga, and the expansive Salt Alkaline Lake.

  14. 2014 Map of Tappen South, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Tappen South, 2014 Print
    2014 Tappen South
    2014 Print · USGS
    Kidder County's prairie wetland landscape is captured here in the early twenty-first century, showing the rural area south of the interstate. Genealogists and local historians can locate Sibley Cem and Liberty Cem or trace the shorelines of Lake Isabel and Lake Henry.

  15. 2014 Map of Tappen North, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Tappen North, 2014 Print
    2014 Tappen North
    2014 Print · USGS
    Kidder County's prairie pothole region is documented in this 2014 survey, showing the interconnected wetlands and small-town fringes of central North Dakota. Researchers can locate the Fisher Cem and trace rural aviation sites like the M. Bodvig Airstrip and Tappen Airstrip.

  16. 2014 Map of Tappen SE, 2014 Print
    2014 Map of Tappen SE, 2014 Print
    2014 Tappen SE
    2014 Print · USGS
    Kidder County in the early twenty-first century reveals a landscape of prairie potholes and rigid section-line roads. Trace the intersection of Tappen and rural corridors like 40th Ave SE as they wind toward the shores of Lake George.

  17. 2017 Map of Tappen NE, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Tappen NE, 2017 Print
    2017 Tappen NE
    2017 Print · USGS
    Kidder County in the early twenty-first century remains a landscape of vast prairie wetlands and rigid section lines. Researchers can trace the rural infrastructure around the settlement of Ladoga or locate the sprawling shores of Salt Alkaline Lake and Sweetwater Lake.

  18. 2018 Map of Tappen SE, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Tappen SE, 2018 Print
    2018 Tappen SE
    2018 Print · USGS
    Kidder County in the late 2010s is a landscape of glacial prairie potholes and rural section lines. Researchers can trace the vast wetlands and water bodies of the region, anchored by the shoreline of Lake George and the intersection of 45th Ave SE.

  19. 2018 Map of Tappen North, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Tappen North, 2018 Print
    2018 Tappen North
    2018 Print · USGS
    The North Dakota prairie near the town of Tappen is defined by its glacial lakes and sloughs in this modern survey. Researchers can locate family heritage sites like Buckeye Lutheran Cem or trace the shoreline of Sibley Lake.

  20. 2018 Map of Tappen South, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Tappen South, 2018 Print
    2018 Tappen South
    2018 Print · USGS
    Kidder County at the close of the 2010s is a landscape of prairie wetlands and section-line roads. Researchers can trace local history at Sibley Cem and Koestler Cem or survey the waters of Lake Isabel and Harker Lake.

  21. 2020 Map of Tappen NE, 2020 Print
    2020 Map of Tappen NE, 2020 Print
    2020 Tappen NE
    2020 Print · USGS
    Kidder County's prairie pothole region is documented here in the early twenty-first century as it appeared near the community of Tappen. Genealogists and researchers can trace the rural grid around Ladoga or locate shorelines at Salt Alkaline Lake and Kleiter Slough.

  22. 2020 Map of Tappen SE, 2020 Print
    2020 Map of Tappen SE, 2020 Print
    2020 Tappen SE
    2020 Print · USGS
    Kidder County's high plains are documented here in the early twenty-first century, showing the rigid section-line grid of the North Dakota prairie. Trace the rural landscape around Tappen and the northern reaches of Lake George along routes like 45th Ave SE.

  23. 2020 Map of Tappen North, 2020 Print
    2020 Map of Tappen North, 2020 Print
    2020 Tappen North
    2020 Print · USGS
    Kidder County's wetland-rich landscape is captured here in the contemporary era, showing the intersection of prairie pothole ecology and rural infrastructure. Researchers can trace local burial sites like Buckeye Lutheran Cem and Fisher Cem or locate regional landmarks like McPhail Butte.

  24. 2020 Map of Tappen South, 2020 Print
    2020 Map of Tappen South, 2020 Print
    2020 Tappen South
    2020 Print · USGS
    Kidder County's prairie pothole region comes into focus in this recent survey of the plains south of the rail line. Researchers can locate family sites near Dawson Cem or trace the shorelines of Lake Isabel and Lake Henry.

  25. 2024 Map of Tappen NE, 2024 Print
    2024 Map of Tappen NE, 2024 Print
    2024 Tappen NE
    2024 Print · USGS
    Kidder County's prairie pothole region is captured here in the 2020s, showing a landscape defined by conservation and agriculture. Researchers can trace the layout of Tappen and Ladoga or locate protected habitats like the Kidder County Waterfowl Production Area.

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