Old Maps of Washington, Wisconsin for Academic Research

Study the evolution of Washington with 23 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.
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These maps are a powerful tool for teaching, research, and visualizing how Washington has changed over the decades.


Washington, WI maps

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  1. 1927 Map of Strum, 1972 Print
    1927 Map of Strum, 1972 Print
    1927 Strum
    1972 Print · USGS
    Wisconsin's coulee country in the late 1920s is captured here, showing the river-and-rail economies of the Buffalo River valley. Genealogists can locate dozens of country schoolhouses like Hale Corner Sch and family-named landmarks such as Hadleyville Cem.

  2. 1930 Map of Strum
    1930 Map of Strum
    1930 Strum
    1930 Print · USGS
    Western Wisconsin's river valleys and rail corridors are captured here just before the 1930s. Researchers can trace the lineage of rural townships like Washington and Unity through a network of country schools and churches, including St Paul Ch and Big Creek Sch.
    2 unique versions available

  3. 1932 Map of Mondovi
    1932 Map of Mondovi
    1932 Mondovi
    1932 Print · USGS
    The Buffalo River valley and surrounding coulees are shown here in the early thirties, centered on the hub of Mondovi. Genealogists can locate dozens of country schoolhouses like White Block Sch and rural landmarks such as Norden Ch.
    2 unique versions available

  4. 1934 Map of Elk Mound, 1960 Print
    1934 Map of Elk Mound, 1960 Print
    1934 Elk Mound
    1960 Print · USGS
    Dunn and Eau Claire counties come alive in this mid-thirties survey, showing the intricate network of rural schools and the bustling rail corridor through Elk Mound. Genealogists can trace family roots at Porters Mills, Big Elk Creek Ch, or numerous local school sites like Waneka Sch.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 1934 Map of Chippewa Falls, 1967 Print
    1934 Map of Chippewa Falls, 1967 Print
    1934 Chippewa Falls
    1967 Print · USGS
    The Chippewa and Eau Claire River valleys are captured here in the 1930s as vital rail and water hubs. Genealogists can locate family-named landmarks like Old Badger Mills, Anson Sta, and dozens of rural schoolhouses such as Tilden Mill Sch.
    2 unique versions available

  6. 1936 Map of Chippewa Falls
    1936 Map of Chippewa Falls
    1936 Chippewa Falls
    1936 Print · USGS
    Chippewa Falls and Eau Claire are captured here in the mid-1930s, showing a landscape defined by the convergence of major rivers and the massive Lake Wissota. Trace the rail lines of the C and NW Line or locate ancestral sites like Old Badger Mills, Hallie Ch, and numerous rural schools.
    3 unique versions available

  7. 1936 Map of Elk Mound
    1936 Map of Elk Mound
    1936 Elk Mound
    1936 Print · USGS
    Dunn and Eau Claire Counties in the mid-thirties show a landscape of thriving rural school districts and river-bound commerce. Genealogists can trace family landmarks like The Yankee Woods or locate vanished sites like Porters Mills and the Old Meridean Ferry.
    2 unique versions available

  8. 1953 Map of Eau Claire, 1965 Print
    1953 Map of Eau Claire, 1965 Print
    1953 Eau Claire
    1965 Print · USGS
    West-central Wisconsin in the mid-fifties shows a landscape of river-valley industry and vast wildlife refuges during the transition from rails to modern highways. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail corridors of the Chicago and North Western or locate family-named landmarks like Decorah Mound and Chippewa Island.
    4 unique versions available

  9. 1958 Map of Eau Claire
    1958 Map of Eau Claire
    1958 Eau Claire
    1958 Print · USGS
    Western Wisconsin in the late fifties shows a landscape of growing regional hubs and massive wildlife refuges. Trace the rail lines of the Chicago and North Western between Eau Claire and Marshfield, or explore the terrain around Iron Mound and Lake Wissota.

  10. 1964 Map of Eau Claire
    1964 Map of Eau Claire
    1964 Eau Claire
    1964 Print · USGS
    West-central Wisconsin in the mid-1960s was a hub of river-driven industry and expanding rail networks. Researchers can trace historic homesteads near Menomonie, follow the Soo Line RR through Marshfield, or explore the grounds of the Camp McCoy Military Reservation.

  11. 1972 Map of Eau Claire West, 1975 Print
    1972 Map of Eau Claire West, 1975 Print
    1972 Eau Claire West
    1975 Print · USGS
    Eau Claire was a bustling river and rail hub in the early seventies, centered around the Chippewa River and its industrial corridors. Researchers can trace historic local sites from the Univ of Wisconsin campus to the Lakeview Cemetery and the old Dells Dam.
    2 unique versions available

  12. 1972 Map of Fall Creek, 1975 Print
    1972 Map of Fall Creek, 1975 Print
    1972 Fall Creek
    1975 Print · USGS
    The Eau Claire River corridor is captured here in the early seventies, showing a landscape shaped by dairy farming and the rail-line economy. Genealogists can trace family footprints near St Bridgets Cem, Seymour Central Sch, and the village of Fall Creek.

  13. 1972 Map of Eau Claire East, 1975 Print
    1972 Map of Eau Claire East, 1975 Print
    1972 Eau Claire East
    1975 Print · USGS
    The Eau Claire area in the early seventies shows a vibrant university city expanding around the Chippewa River. Genealogists and local historians can trace neighborhood growth through numerous school sites like Davey Sch and cemeteries including Calvary Cem.
    2 unique versions available

  14. 1973 Map of Cleghorn, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Cleghorn, 1975 Print
    1973 Cleghorn
    1975 Print · USGS
    The rural landscape south of Eau Claire is captured here in the early seventies as farming and local infrastructure defined the valley. Researchers can locate family sites near Hadleyville Cem, Pleasant Valley Ch, and Martinkas Landing Field.

  15. 1973 Map of Mondovi NE, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Mondovi NE, 1975 Print
    1973 Mondovi NE
    1975 Print · USGS
    Eau Claire County townships reveal their rural character in the early seventies, centered on crossroads like Mt Hope Corners. Researchers can locate family landmarks including Anthony Sch, Township Cem, and several country churches.

  16. 1973 Map of Brackett, 1975 Print
    1973 Map of Brackett, 1975 Print
    1973 Brackett
    1975 Print · USGS
    Southeast of Eau Claire in the 1970s, this area reflects a quiet rural landscape of small crossroads and family farms. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named landmarks and community centers like Brackett Sch, Hale Corner, and the Holy Guardian Angels Cem.

  17. 1985 Map of Eau Claire
    1985 Map of Eau Claire
    1985 Eau Claire
    1985 Print · USGS
    Western Wisconsin's river valleys and growing mid-century cities are captured here in the mid-eighties. Genealogists and historians can trace the paths of the Chicago and North Western railroad and locate rural landmarks like Dells Millpond and Nine Mile Island.
    2 unique versions available

  18. 2022 Map of Cleghorn, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of Cleghorn, 2022 Print
    2022 Cleghorn
    2022 Print · USGS
    In the rural reaches of Eau Claire County during the early 2020s, the community of Cleghorn serves as a hub for the surrounding valleys and farms. Researchers can trace local lineage through Zion Lutheran Cem and Saint Pauls Cem or locate the small-scale Mertinkes Airport.

  19. 2022 Map of Fall Creek, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of Fall Creek, 2022 Print
    2022 Fall Creek
    2022 Print · USGS
    The village of Fall Creek and its surroundings are captured here in the early 2020s, showcasing the intersection of the Union Pacific Railroad and the Eau Claire River. Genealogists and local historians can trace rural family plots at Saint Bridgets Cem and follow the paths of Pumpkin Valley and Sevenmile Cr.

  20. 2022 Map of Mondovi NE, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of Mondovi NE, 2022 Print
    2022 Mondovi NE
    2022 Print · USGS
    Eau Claire County in the early twenty-first century remains a landscape of rolling agriculture and small rural intersections. Genealogists and local historians can trace family land near Mount Hope Corners and several local burial sites like Drammen Lutheran Cem.

  21. 2022 Map of Eau Claire West, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of Eau Claire West, 2022 Print
    2022 Eau Claire West
    2022 Print · USGS
    The western reaches of Eau Claire and the winding Chippewa River valley are shown here in detail during the early 2020s. Researchers can locate the University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire campus, the Eau Claire County Courthouse, and the bluffs of Mt Washington.

  22. 2022 Map of Eau Claire East, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of Eau Claire East, 2022 Print
    2022 Eau Claire East
    2022 Print · USGS
    The eastern reaches of Eau Claire and the city of Altoona are captured here during a period of significant suburban expansion in the early 2020s. Researchers can trace local landmarks like Mt Tom, the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, and historic burial sites such as Forest Hill Cem.

  23. 2022 Map of Brackett, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of Brackett, 2022 Print
    2022 Brackett
    2022 Print · USGS
    Eau Claire County in the early 2020s remains a landscape of quiet crossroads and historic churchyards. Local historians can trace the rural layout of Brackett, Allen, and Foster alongside significant landmarks like Holy Guardian Angels Cem.

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