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1970s Maps of Buffalo County, Wisconsin

Explore 21 historic maps of Buffalo County from the 1970s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1970s — 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 Buffalo County's landscape evolved across the 1970s, 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 1970s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
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Start exploring Buffalo County's history through authentic maps from the 1970s. This is your window into the past.

Buffalo County, WI maps

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  1. 1972 Map of Ella, 1975 Print
    1972 Map of Ella, 1975 Print
    1972 Ella
    1975 Print · USGS
    The river bluffs and bottomlands of the Chippewa River valley are captured here in the early seventies, showing a landscape defined by water and rail. Genealogists and local historians can locate Little Plum Church, Maxville Cemetery, and the remote heights of Goatback.
  4. 1972 Map of Tarrant, 1975 Print
    1972 Map of Tarrant, 1975 Print
    1972 Tarrant
    1975 Print · USGS
    Buffalo County in the early seventies is a landscape of deeply carved valleys and conservation land. Genealogists and local historians can locate rural landmarks like Sacred Heart Cem, Tiffany Sch, and the small settlement of Tarrant.
  7. 1972 Map of Winona West, 1975 Print
    1972 Map of Winona West, 1975 Print
    1972 Winona West
    1975 Print · USGS
    The riverfront city of Winona is shown in the early seventies as a thriving center for education and rail transit. Researchers can trace the grounds of Winona State College, the corridors of the Chicago and North Western, and landmarks like Sugarloaf.
    3 unique versions available
  10. 1972 Map of Winona East, 1975 Print
    1972 Map of Winona East, 1975 Print
    1972 Winona East
    1975 Print · USGS
    The riverfront and steep bluffs of the upper Mississippi are captured here in the early seventies. Genealogists and historians can locate St Marys Cem, trace the rail lines through Bluff Siding, and see the footprint of Winona and its schools.
    3 unique versions available
  13. 1972 Map of Durand South, 1975 Print
    1972 Map of Durand South, 1975 Print
    1972 Durand South
    1975 Print · USGS
    The river and rail corridor of the Chippewa River meets the rugged bluff country of Buffalo County during the early 1970s. Researchers can trace the path of the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul and Pacific RR or locate family sites at St Mary Cem and North Branch Cem.
    2 unique versions available
  16. 1972 Map of Fountain City, 1975 Print
    1972 Map of Fountain City, 1975 Print
    1972 Fountain City
    1975 Print · USGS
    Fountain City and the Mississippi River bluffs are captured in the early seventies, showing a landscape of steep ridges and deep valleys. Researchers can locate family landmarks like St Marys Cem, trace the Burlington Northern line, or explore Merrick State Park.
  19. 1972 Map of Cochrane, 1976 Print
    1972 Map of Cochrane, 1976 Print
    1972 Cochrane
    1976 Print · USGS
    The upper Mississippi riverfront and its surrounding bluffs are captured here in the early seventies, showing a landscape defined by navigation and nature. Genealogists and historians can trace the streets of Cochrane, locate the Mount Vernon Cem, and see the rail lines of the Burlington Northern.
    2 unique versions available
  22. 1972 Map of Weaver, 1976 Print
    1972 Map of Weaver, 1976 Print
    1972 Weaver
    1976 Print · USGS
    The river bluffs and backwaters of Winona County are captured in the early seventies, showing a landscape shaped by timber and the Mississippi. Researchers can trace the tracks of the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul and Pacific and locate local landmarks like St Marys Cem Evergreen Sem or Mount Vernon.
    2 unique versions available
  25. 1973 Map of Waumandee, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Waumandee, 1975 Print
    1973 Waumandee
    1975 Print · USGS
    Buffalo County’s coulee country is captured here in the mid-1970s, showcasing the tight-knit rural communities of Waumandee and Montana. Genealogists and historians can trace local landmarks like St Boniface Cem, the Waumandee Sch, and family-named valleys such as Schoepp Valley.
  28. 1973 Map of Rossman Creek, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Rossman Creek, 1975 Print
    1973 Rossman Creek
    1975 Print · USGS
    Buffalo County's rugged coulee country is captured here in the early 1970s as the rail-and-river economy persists along the Buffalo River. Genealogists and local historians can locate the Norden Trinity Ch, the Naples Sch, and family-named terrain like Lindsay Valley.
  31. 1973 Map of Mondovi, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Mondovi, 1975 Print
    1973 Mondovi
    1975 Print · USGS
    Buffalo County is captured here in the early 1970s, centered on the growth of the town of Mondovi and its vital riverfront. Researchers can trace rural lineages through local landmarks like German Valley Ch, Riverside Cem, and the family-named corridors of Thompson Valley.
  34. 1973 Map of Swinns Valley, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Swinns Valley, 1975 Print
    1973 Swinns Valley
    1975 Print · USGS
    Wisconsin's coulee country and the riverfront city of Arcadia are captured in the early seventies. Local historians can trace family-named landmarks like Swinns Valley and Glencoe Ridge or locate the Glencoe Cem.
  37. 1973 Map of Dodge, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Dodge, 1975 Print
    1973 Dodge
    1975 Print · USGS
    Western Wisconsin's river valleys and steep ridges are captured in the early seventies, showing the rural character of the Driftless Area. Researchers can find family burial sites like Bohris Valley Cem and trace the Green Bay and Western rail line near Dodge.
  40. 1973 Map of Lookout, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Lookout, 1975 Print
    1973 Lookout
    1975 Print · USGS
    Buffalo County in the early seventies is a landscape of tight-knit valley communities and high ridges. Genealogists and local historians can trace rural family roots through numerous sites like Lookout Cemetery, Severson Cem, and the prominent Montana Ridge.
  43. 1973 Map of Gilmanton, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Gilmanton, 1975 Print
    1973 Gilmanton
    1975 Print · USGS
    Buffalo County agriculture and topographic relief are on full display in the early 1970s as the town of Gilmanton sits nestled among deep drainage valleys. Researchers can trace family sites near Gilmanton Cem, locate the small settlement of Praag, or follow the winding Buffalo River.
  46. 1974 Map of Wabasha South, 1976 Print
    1974 Map of Wabasha South, 1976 Print
    1974 Wabasha South
    1976 Print · USGS
    The river bluffs and bottomlands of Wabasha County are captured here in the mid-seventies as the rail-and-river economy persists. Genealogy and local history enthusiasts can trace the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul and Pacific line through Wabasha, Midland Junction, and the St Agnes Cem near Kellogg.
  49. 1974 Map of Wabasha North, 1976 Print
    1974 Map of Wabasha North, 1976 Print
    1974 Wabasha North
    1976 Print · USGS
    The confluence of the Mississippi and Chippewa Rivers comes alive in the mid-seventies, showing the riverfront towns of Wabasha and Reads Landing. Genealogists can locate family landmarks like St Felix Cem and Riverview Cem alongside the heavy rail corridors of the Burlington Northern.
    2 unique versions available
  52. 1974 Map of Alma, 1976 Print
    1974 Map of Alma, 1976 Print
    1974 Alma
    1976 Print · USGS
    The Upper Mississippi River corridor is captured here in the mid-1970s, showing the intricate wetlands and industrial river crossings of the border region. You can trace the rail lines of the Burlington Northern and locate sites like Lock and Dam No 4 or the Mill Creek Cem.
    2 unique versions available
  55. 1974 Map of Modena, 1977 Print
    1974 Map of Modena, 1977 Print
    1974 Modena
    1977 Print · USGS
    The Buffalo River valley and its many winding coulees define this mid-1970s survey of rural Buffalo County. Genealogists and researchers can trace family lands near Modena, Tell, and Praag, or locate landmarks like St Paul Ch and Modena Cem.
  58. 1974 Map of Urne, 1977 Print
    1974 Map of Urne, 1977 Print
    1974 Urne
    1977 Print · USGS
    Buffalo County's river bluffs and interior valleys are captured here in the mid-seventies, showing the intersection of rail transport and rural life. Researchers can locate family landmarks like Lyster Ch, Church Valley Cem, and the tracks of the Burlington Northern.
  61. 1974 Map of Cream, 1977 Print
    1974 Map of Cream, 1977 Print
    1974 Cream
    1977 Print · USGS
    Buffalo County is shown in the mid-1970s as a landscape of deep valleys and prominent ridges tied together by rural family churches. Genealogists can locate several local burial grounds, including Lincoln Cem and Anchorage Cem, alongside the small crossroads of Cream.
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