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1980s Maps of Ward County, North Dakota

Explore 32 historic maps of Ward County 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 Ward County'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 Ward County's history through authentic maps from the 1980s. This is your window into the past.

Ward County, ND maps

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  1. 1980 Map of Tolley
    1980 Map of Tolley
    1980 Tolley
    1980 Print · USGS
    The North Dakota prairie around Tolley is captured here during a period of rural transition in the mid-20th century. Genealogists and local historians can trace the legacy of early education and rail transport through School No 3, Trinity Cem, and the Soo Line tracks.
  4. 1980 Map of Velva
    1980 Map of Velva
    1980 Velva
    1980 Print · USGS
    North-central North Dakota comes into focus during the late twentieth century as a landscape of vital wetlands and rail-dependent grain towns. You can trace the Burlington Northern line through Towner or explore the protected prairie potholes of the J Clark Salyer National Wildlife Refuge.
  7. 1980 Map of Minot
    1980 Map of Minot
    1980 Minot
    1980 Print · USGS
    North Dakota's northern plains are shown at the start of the 1980s, centered on the strategic rail and river hub of Minot. Genealogists and local historians can trace the transition from rural grain stops like Berthold to the significant military presence at Minot Air Force Base.
  10. 1980 Map of Lake Vernon, 1981 Print
    1980 Map of Lake Vernon, 1981 Print
    1980 Lake Vernon
    1981 Print · USGS
    Ward County's prairie wetlands and rail corridors are frozen in time in the early eighties. Genealogists and local historians can trace the path of the SOO LINE railroad, locate the small community of Rice, and explore the shores of Lake Vernon.
  13. 1980 Map of Plaza SE, 1981 Print
    1980 Map of Plaza SE, 1981 Print
    1980 Plaza SE
    1981 Print · USGS
    The prairie wetlands of the Missouri Plateau are captured here in the early 1980s at the Mountrail and Ward County line. Local historians and land researchers can trace civil townships like Linton and Orlien or locate the rural Townhall.
  16. 1980 Map of Makoti, 1981 Print
    1980 Map of Makoti, 1981 Print
    1980 Makoti
    1981 Print · USGS
    Makoti and the surrounding townships of Ward and Mountrail Counties are captured here in the late 1970s as agricultural and rail life thrived. Genealogists and local historians can trace the Soo Line railroad, family plots at Hope Cem, and the Fort Berthold Indian Reservation Boundary.
  19. 1980 Map of Rice Lake NW, 1981 Print
    1980 Map of Rice Lake NW, 1981 Print
    1980 Rice Lake NW
    1981 Print · USGS
    Ward County's prairie pothole country is captured here in the early eighties, showcasing a landscape of wetlands and energy production. Researchers can locate the South Lonetree Oil Field and the expansive National Waterfowl Production Area.
  22. 1980 Map of Tagus SE, 1981 Print
    1980 Map of Tagus SE, 1981 Print
    1980 Tagus SE
    1981 Print · USGS
    Ward County's prairie wetlands and rail corridors are documented here in the early 1980s. Genealogists and historians can locate the rural Townhall, the Burlington Northern line, and the expansive National Waterfowl Production Area.
  25. 1980 Map of South Prairie, 1981 Print
    1980 Map of South Prairie, 1981 Print
    1980 South Prairie
    1981 Print · USGS
    Ward County's prairie landscape in the early eighties is captured here through its network of townships and small settlements. Local history researchers can trace sites like Saron Ch, the waters of Nelson Lake, and the specific boundaries of a U.S. Military Reservation.
  28. 1980 Map of Plaza, 1981 Print
    1980 Map of Plaza, 1981 Print
    1980 Plaza
    1981 Print · USGS
    The North Dakota prairie near the Mountrail and Ward county line comes into focus in the early 1980s. Genealogists can trace family roots at First Lutheran Cem and Sacred Heart Cem, or locate the town site of Plaza along the Soo Line.
  31. 1980 Map of Douglas East, 1981 Print
    1980 Map of Douglas East, 1981 Print
    1980 Douglas East
    1981 Print · USGS
    The McLean and Ward County border comes alive in the early eighties as a landscape of prairie lakes and rail-line heritage. Genealogists and local historians can locate Douglas, trace the Soo Line tracks, and find local landmarks like Trinity Cem and the Townhall.
  34. 1980 Map of Berthold, 1981 Print
    1980 Map of Berthold, 1981 Print
    1980 Berthold
    1981 Print · USGS
    Ward County's agricultural heartland is documented here in the early eighties, showing the towns and rails of the High Plains. Genealogists and historians can trace the Burlington Northern line through Berthold and locate the Wild Rose Cem.
  37. 1980 Map of Underdahl Lake, 1981 Print
    1980 Map of Underdahl Lake, 1981 Print
    1980 Underdahl Lake
    1981 Print · USGS
    Ward County's prairie wetlands are meticulously documented in this 1980 survey of the North Dakota pothole region. Genealogists and historians can locate the Helland Cem and trace the boundaries of Rolling Green and Van G.
  40. 1980 Map of Aurelia, 1981 Print
    1980 Map of Aurelia, 1981 Print
    1980 Aurelia
    1981 Print · USGS
    The rural landscape of Ward and Mountrail counties is shown here as it appeared in the late 1970s, focused on the railroad hamlet of Aurelia. Local historians can trace early community sites like Moravian Cem, the local Townhall, and the winding path of Shipton Coulee.
  43. 1980 Map of Max NE, 1981 Print
    1980 Map of Max NE, 1981 Print
    1980 Max NE
    1981 Print · USGS
    The North Dakota prairie near Max comes into focus during the early eighties, showcasing a landscape of terminal moraines and scattered wetlands. Local historians can trace the civic foundations of the region through the Township Cem and Townhall within Rushville.
  46. 1980 Map of Mork Lake, 1981 Print
    1980 Map of Mork Lake, 1981 Print
    1980 Mork Lake
    1981 Print · USGS
    Ward County's agricultural and wetland landscape is captured here in the early 1980s. Researchers can locate the Township Cem and trace the Burlington Northern railroad as it winds along the Gassman Coulee.
  49. 1980 Map of Tagus, 1981 Print
    1980 Map of Tagus, 1981 Print
    1980 Tagus
    1981 Print · USGS
    The prairie wetlands of Ward and Mountrail counties are captured here in the early 1980s. Genealogists and researchers can locate the settlement of Tagus, trace the Burlington Northern rail line, and find local landmarks like St Olaf Cem.
  52. 1980 Map of Plaza NE, 1981 Print
    1980 Map of Plaza NE, 1981 Print
    1980 Plaza NE
    1981 Print · USGS
    Ward County townships like Evergreen and Tolgen are shown at the start of the 1980s, revealing a landscape of prairie potholes and wetlands. Genealogists and land researchers can trace property lines near the National Waterfowl Production Area and locate local landmarks such as a Gravel Pit.
  55. 1980 Map of Max, 1981 Print
    1980 Map of Max, 1981 Print
    1980 Max
    1981 Print · USGS
    The prairie town of Max is captured in the late 1970s at the junction of the Ward and McLean county lines. Researchers can trace the local heritage of the region through several rural burial sites like Peace Cem and Zion Cem or follow the path of the SOO LINE railroad.
  58. 1980 Map of Rice Lake, 1981 Print
    1980 Map of Rice Lake, 1981 Print
    1980 Rice Lake
    1981 Print · USGS
    Ward County's prairie pothole region is captured here in the early 1980s, showcasing a landscape of conservation and rural community. Family researchers can pinpoint the Early Settlers Cem, Rose Valley Ch, and recreation sites at Rice Lake.
  61. 1980 Map of Rush Lake, 1981 Print
    1980 Map of Rush Lake, 1981 Print
    1980 Rush Lake
    1981 Print · USGS
    Ward County's prairie pothole region is captured here in the early eighties, showing a landscape defined by seasonal wetlands and rural conservation. Genealogists and local historians can locate Spring Lake Ch and trace early land use near Rush Lake and Nelson Lake.
  64. 1980 Map of Minot SW, 1981 Print
    1980 Map of Minot SW, 1981 Print
    1980 Minot SW
    1981 Print · USGS
    Ward County's prairie pothole region is captured here in the early eighties, showing a landscape of scattered wetlands and section-line farmsteads. Researchers can locate the Finn Ch, several township Townhall sites, and the protected National Waterfowl Production Areas.
  67. 1981 Map of Sawyer
    1981 Map of Sawyer
    1981 Sawyer
    1981 Print · USGS
    The Souris River valley in Ward and McHenry counties is captured here in the early eighties as the railroad and river define the local geography. Genealogists and researchers can locate the Mennonite Ch, Sawyer Cem, and the historic crossing at Schilling Bridge.
  70. 1981 Map of Benedict
    1981 Map of Benedict
    1981 Benedict
    1981 Print · USGS
    The prairie landscape of McLean and Ward counties in the early eighties is defined by the Soo Line and small agricultural centers. Genealogists and local historians can trace the foundations of Benedict, Berg, and the Concordia Cem across this detailed terrain.
  73. 1981 Map of Ryder
    1981 Map of Ryder
    1981 Ryder
    1981 Print · USGS
    The community of Ryder and its surrounding prairie townships are captured here in the early 1980s. Genealogists and local historians can trace the Soo Line railroad and explore the grid of sections near Ryder Cem and the National Waterfowl Production Area.
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