Old Maps of Salem, Salem Township for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 8 historic maps of Salem. Find old homesites, ghost towns, trails, and gathering spots that may be lost to time — perfect for identifying promising metal detecting locations.

  • Locate forgotten sites: Uncover places like long-lost settlements, abandoned rail lines, or gathering spots.
  • Plan better hunts: Use map overlays combined with LiDAR or satellite views to narrow in on historically rich areas.
  • Made for detectorists: Thousands of hobbyists use these maps to discover relics, coins, and hidden history.

Use these historic maps to boost your research and find new opportunities beneath the surface of Salem.


Salem, Salem Township maps

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  1. 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

  2. 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.

  3. 1964 Map of Salem, 1966 Print
    1964 Map of Salem, 1966 Print
    1964 Salem
    1966 Print · USGS
    McCook County is captured in the mid-1960s, centered on the railroad hub of Salem. Local historians can trace early school sites like Herting Sch and family heritage at St Marys Cem or Wildwood Cem.

  4. 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.

  5. 2012 Map of Salem, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Salem, 2012 Print
    2012 Salem
    2012 Print · USGS
    Covers Salem, including Emery Township, Goldenview Hutterite Colony, and other nearby areas

  6. 2015 Map of Salem, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Salem, 2015 Print
    2015 Salem
    2015 Print · USGS
    Covers Salem, including Emery Township, Goldenview Hutterite Colony, and other nearby areas

  7. 2017 Map of Salem, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Salem, 2017 Print
    2017 Salem
    2017 Print · USGS
    Covers Salem, including Emery Township, Goldenview Hutterite Colony, and other nearby areas

  8. 2021 Map of Salem, 2021 Print
    2021 Map of Salem, 2021 Print
    2021 Salem
    2021 Print · USGS
    McCook County is shown at its modern peak in this 2021 survey of the eastern South Dakota plains. Genealogists and local historians can trace family plots at Wildwood Cem or locate the civic center at the Mc Cook County Courthouse.

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