Old Maps of Lakeview Township, South Dakota for Metal Detecting

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Lakeview Township, SD maps

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  1. 1953 Map of Watertown, 1968 Print
    1953 Map of Watertown, 1968 Print
    1953 Watertown
    1968 Print · USGS
    Eastern South Dakota and the Minnesota borderlands are captured here during the mid-twentieth century as the region's agricultural and rail-service centers thrived. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named sites across the Coteau des Prairies and find landmarks in Watertown, De Smet, and Brookings.
    3 unique versions available

  2. 1955 Map of Sioux Falls, 1967 Print
    1955 Map of Sioux Falls, 1967 Print
    1955 Sioux Falls
    1967 Print · USGS
    The eastern South Dakota and western Minnesota borderlands come alive in the mid-fifties, showing the vital rail-to-river connections of the era. Genealogists can trace family footprints across townships like Madison and Pipestone, while following the paths of the Big Sioux River and the Chicago and North Western line.
    3 unique versions available

  3. 1958 Map of Sioux Falls
    1958 Map of Sioux Falls
    1958 Sioux Falls
    1958 Print · USGS
    The tri-state borderlands of South Dakota, Minnesota, and Iowa are captured here during the mid-century peak of the regional rail network. Genealogists and historians can trace local landmarks like Augustana Academy, the St Marys Cem, and the path of the Illinois Central through Rock Rapids.

  4. 1958 Map of Watertown
    1958 Map of Watertown
    1958 Watertown
    1958 Print · USGS
    The eastern South Dakota prairie and the Minnesota borderlands are captured here in the late fifties, showcasing a landscape of terminal moraine lakes and burgeoning rail hubs. Genealogists and historians can trace the early paths of the Chicago and North Western railroad or locate family roots in Watertown, Clark, or the Sisseton Indian Reservation.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 1968 Map of Lake Madison, 1970 Print
    1968 Map of Lake Madison, 1970 Print
    1968 Lake Madison
    1970 Print · USGS
    Lake County's shoreline and prairie townships are captured here in the late sixties as the area's recreational and rural identity solidified. Genealogists and local researchers can locate St Thomas Cem, the settlement of Franklin, and the path of the Old Railroad Grade.

  6. 1968 Map of Ramona, 1970 Print
    1968 Map of Ramona, 1970 Print
    1968 Ramona
    1970 Print · USGS
    Lake County agriculture and the rail-side life of the late sixties are preserved on this survey of the eastern South Dakota plains. Researchers can trace family sites near Ramona or locate local landmarks like the Drive-in Theater and Prairie Village.

  7. 1968 Map of Madison, 1970 Print
    1968 Map of Madison, 1970 Print
    1968 Madison
    1970 Print · USGS
    Madison is shown as a thriving regional hub in the late sixties, centered on its college campus and railroad connections. Researchers can trace family roots through mapped landmarks like Graceland Cem, General Beadle State College, and Lake Madison Ch.

  8. 1968 Map of Lake Herman, 1970 Print
    1968 Map of Lake Herman, 1970 Print
    1968 Lake Herman
    1970 Print · USGS
    Lake County, South Dakota, is captured here in the late sixties, showing a landscape defined by glacial sloughs and prairie agriculture. Genealogists and local historians can trace the rural infrastructure around Lake Herman, including Orland, Camp Lakodia, and the Cem near the banks of Silver Creek.

  9. 1985 Map of Salem
    1985 Map of Salem
    1985 Salem
    1985 Print · USGS
    Eastern South Dakota’s prairie landscape is showcased in the mid-eighties, highlighting a region defined by agricultural colonies and rail-linked towns. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of Rosedale Colony, the Buffalo Trading Post, and early hubs like Salem.

  10. 1985 Map of De Smet, 1986 Print
    1985 Map of De Smet, 1986 Print
    1985 De Smet
    1986 Print · USGS
    Eastern South Dakota in the mid-eighties shows a landscape of prairie rail towns and sprawling glacial lakes. Researchers can trace the routes of the Chicago and North Western through De Smet or locate communal sites like Pearl Creek Colony and Cloverleaf Colony.
    3 unique versions available

  11. 2012 Map of Lake Herman, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Lake Herman, 2012 Print
    2012 Lake Herman
    2012 Print · USGS
    Lake County, South Dakota, is captured here in the early twenty-first century, showing the enduring grid of prairie section roads and small-town settlements. Researchers can locate Orland or trace the drainage of Silver Cr near the shores of Lake Herman and Camp Lakodia.

  12. 2012 Map of Lake Madison, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Lake Madison, 2012 Print
    2012 Lake Madison
    2012 Print · USGS
    Lake County, South Dakota, is depicted here in the early twenty-first century, centered on the activity and settlements surrounding its glacial waters. Genealogists and local historians can trace family locations near Franklin, Chautauqua, and Saint Thomas Cem.

  13. 2012 Map of Madison, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Madison, 2012 Print
    2012 Madison
    2012 Print · USGS
    Madison and its surrounding prairie landscapes are captured here in the early twenty-first century. Genealogists and local historians can trace the town's growth from Dakota State University out toward Graceland Cem and the Madison Municipal Airport.

  14. 2012 Map of Ramona, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Ramona, 2012 Print
    2012 Ramona
    2012 Print · USGS
    Across the South Dakota prairie in the early 2010s, this area shows a landscape defined by section-line roads and scattered wetlands. Local history buffs can trace the settlement at Junius and the community layout around Prairie Village near the shores of Lake Herman.

  15. 2015 Map of Madison, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Madison, 2015 Print
    2015 Madison
    2015 Print · USGS
    Madison and its surrounding Lake County township are captured in 2015, showing the region's development within the unique Coteau des Prairies landscape. Genealogists and local historians can trace the grounds of Graceland Cem or the academic heart of Dakota State University.

  16. 2015 Map of Ramona, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Ramona, 2015 Print
    2015 Ramona
    2015 Print · USGS
    Lake County at the mid-point of the 2010s reveals a classic South Dakota agricultural landscape between the regional hub of Madison and the town of Ramona. Genealogists and local historians can trace the roads to Junius or explore the layout of Prairie Village.

  17. 2015 Map of Lake Madison, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Lake Madison, 2015 Print
    2015 Lake Madison
    2015 Print · USGS
    The lakeside communities and prairie townships of Lake County are captured here in the mid-2010s. Genealogists and local historians can trace family plots at Saint Thomas Cem or explore the developed shores of Lake Madison and the settlement at Franklin.

  18. 2015 Map of Lake Herman, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Lake Herman, 2015 Print
    2015 Lake Herman
    2015 Print · USGS
    Lake County agriculture and the glacial geography of the Coteau des Prairies meet in this mid-2010s survey of the Madison area. Researchers can trace the development of the Lake Herman shoreline and the small rural community of Orland.

  19. 2017 Map of Lake Madison, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Lake Madison, 2017 Print
    2017 Lake Madison
    2017 Print · USGS
    Lake County and the waters of Lake Madison are shown here as they appeared in 2017, balancing established settlements with lakeside development. Researchers can trace land divisions and local history at Franklin, Chautauqua, and Saint Thomas Cemetery.

  20. 2017 Map of Lake Herman, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Lake Herman, 2017 Print
    2017 Lake Herman
    2017 Print · USGS
    The glacial prairie of Lake County is captured in detail during the late twenty-teens, showing the area surrounding the city of Madison. Researchers can trace the rural landscape around Lake Herman and the small settlement of Orland.

  21. 2017 Map of Ramona, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Ramona, 2017 Print
    2017 Ramona
    2017 Print · USGS
    Lake County agriculture and the northern expansion of Madison are captured here in the late twenty-teens. Researchers can trace rural lineages through Ramona, Saint William Church, and the historic displays at Prairie Village.

  22. 2017 Map of Madison, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Madison, 2017 Print
    2017 Madison
    2017 Print · USGS
    Madison serves as a prairie focal point in the late 2010s, showing the town's modern footprint and the Dakota State Univ campus. Researchers can trace local history through sites like Graceland Cem or follow the path of Battle Cr.

  23. 2021 Map of Lake Herman, 2021 Print
    2021 Map of Lake Herman, 2021 Print
    2021 Lake Herman
    2021 Print · USGS
    Lake County's glacial landscape is captured here in the early twenty-first century, centered on the waters of the Coteau des Prairies. Genealogists and historians can locate the community of Orland and trace the local drainage of Silver Cr and Reynolds Slough.

  24. 2021 Map of Lake Madison, 2021 Print
    2021 Map of Lake Madison, 2021 Print
    2021 Lake Madison
    2021 Print · USGS
    The glacial waters of the Coteau des Prairies define this area of Lake County during the early twenty-first century. Genealogists and historians can trace the lakeside developments of Chautauqua and Walkers Point or locate family sites near Franklin Cem and Saint Thomas Cem.

  25. 2021 Map of Madison, 2021 Print
    2021 Map of Madison, 2021 Print
    2021 Madison
    2021 Print · USGS
    Madison and the surrounding Lake County uplands are documented here in the early twenty-first century as the region continues its role as a regional educational and civic center. Researchers can locate Dakota State University, Graceland Cem, and the Lake County Courthouse.

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