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1970s Maps of Nelson, Wisconsin

Explore 6 historic maps of Nelson 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 Nelson'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.
  • See what’s changed: Compare century-old streets, trails, and buildings to today's modern landscape using overlays and satellite layers.
  • Research with precision: Use these maps for genealogy, historical research, land use analysis, or educational projects.
  • View, download, or print: Maps are fully viewable online in high resolution, and can be downloaded or printed for your own records.

Start exploring Nelson's history through authentic maps from the 1970s. This is your window into the past.

Nelson, 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 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
  7. 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.
  10. 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
  13. 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
  16. 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.
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