Old Maps of Summit, Big Course District for Academic Research
Study the evolution of Summit with 8 high-resolution historic maps. Whether you're teaching, researching, or modeling changes in land use, these maps provide essential visual documentation of urban, environmental, and geographic change.
- Analyze long-term change: Track patterns in development, transportation, and natural features.
- Ideal for environmental or urban studies: Support academic projects with primary historical map data.
- Use in the classroom or lab: Educators and researchers rely on these maps to bring historical context to life.
These maps are a powerful tool for teaching, research, and visualizing how Summit has changed over the decades.
Summit, Big Course District maps
(8)- 1953 Map of Milbank, 1958 Print1953 Milbank1958 Print · USGSThe tri-state border region of South Dakota, North Dakota, and Minnesota is shown here during the early fifties, a landscape defined by glacial lakes and the Sisseton Indian Reservation. Researchers can trace the legacy of the western railroads, locating old stops along the Great Northern and settlements like Milbank, Webster, and Sisseton.3 unique versions available
- 1958 Map of Milbank1958 Milbank1958 Print · USGSThe northern Great Plains in the late fifties show a landscape of glacial lakes and reservation lands shaped by the Great Northern railroad. Genealogists and local historians can trace the grid of settlements from Britton to Milbank and locate landmarks like Enemy Swim Lake and the Sisseton Indian Reservation.
- 1970 Map of Summit, 1973 Print1970 Summit1973 Print · USGSThe town of Summit and the high prairie wetlands are captured here in the early 1970s. Trace the path of the CHICAGO MILWAUKEE ST PAUL AND PACIFIC railroad through the Sisseton Indian Reservation Boundary and past the Summit Cem.
- 1985 Map of Webster1985 Webster1985 Print · USGSNortheastern South Dakota in the mid-eighties reveals a landscape of prairie potholes and rail-line towns centered on the Webster region. Genealogists and historians can trace rail-town development along the Burlington Northern and find early conservation boundaries like the Waubay National Wildlife Refuge.2 unique versions available
- 2012 Map of Summit, 2012 Print2012 Summit2012 Print · USGSCovers Summit, including Enemy Swim District, Big Course District, and other nearby areas
- 2015 Map of Summit, 2015 Print2015 Summit2015 Print · USGSCovers Summit, including Enemy Swim District, Big Course District, and other nearby areas
- 2017 Map of Summit, 2017 Print2017 Summit2017 Print · USGSCovers Summit, including Enemy Swim District, Big Course District, and other nearby areas
- 2021 Map of Summit, 2021 Print2021 Summit2021 Print · USGSThe high plateau of the Coteau des Prairies provides the backdrop for this look at the town of Summit and its surrounding prairie homesteads. Researchers can locate family sites near Hope Lutheran Cem or trace the early course of the Big Sioux River.
End of results
Showing maps 1-8 of 8
Top cities near Summit
- Wilmot historical maps
- South Shore historical maps
- Old Agency District historical maps
- Spring Grove historical maps
- Marvin historical maps
- Ortley historical maps
Frequently asked questions
- What are the different types of historical maps available for Summit?
- What is the oldest map of Summit?
- Where can I purchase historical maps of Summit for my home or office?
- Where can I download high-res historical maps of Summit?
- Are there historical topographic maps available for Summit?
- Is there historical aerial imagery available for Summit?
- Where are historical maps of Summit sourced from?




