1980s Maps of Polk County, Wisconsin

Explore 16 historic maps of Polk County from the 1980s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1980s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

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Polk County, WI maps

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  1. 1982 Map of Mc Kinley, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Mc Kinley, 1983 Print
    1982 Mc Kinley
    1983 Print · USGS
    Northwestern Wisconsin at the start of the eighties is captured here, showing a landscape defined by its glacial lakes and rural townships. Researchers can trace the layout of McKinley, locate the Townhall, and explore the shores of Pipe Lake or Snowshoe Lake.

  2. 1982 Map of Indian Creek, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Indian Creek, 1983 Print
    1982 Indian Creek
    1983 Print · USGS
    Northwest Wisconsin’s lake-dotted countryside is documented here in the early 1980s as conservation areas were becoming established. Genealogists and local historians can trace family road names and locate rural landmarks like Indian Creek, the Lorain Ch, and Spencer Lake.

  3. 1983 Map of Frederic
    1983 Map of Frederic
    1983 Frederic
    1983 Print · USGS
    The northwestern Wisconsin lake country is captured here in the early eighties, centered on the rail-line communities of Frederic and Lewis. Researchers can trace local genealogy and land use through the Frederic Cem, the Soo Line tracks, and the Fish Hatchery.

  4. 1983 Map of Milltown
    1983 Map of Milltown
    1983 Milltown
    1983 Print · USGS
    Northwest Wisconsin in the early eighties shows a landscape of glacial lakes and tight-knit rural townships. Trace family history at Pleasant Valley Cem, follow the Soo Line rail corridor through Milltown, or locate old landmarks like Trade and Laketown Ch.

  5. 1983 Map of Luck
    1983 Map of Luck
    1983 Luck
    1983 Print · USGS
    Wisconsin's lakeland terrain is captured here in the early eighties, centered on the villages of Luck and Milltown. Genealogists and local historians can trace the SOO LINE rail route or locate rural landmarks like St Peters Cem and Butternut Cem.

  6. 1983 Map of Clam Falls
    1983 Map of Clam Falls
    1983 Clam Falls
    1983 Print · USGS
    Polk County in the early eighties shows a landscape of conservation and river-fed industry. Researchers can trace the Clam Falls Flowage near Clam Falls or locate the Lewis Cem and the settlement of Coomer.

  7. 1983 Map of Trade Lake
    1983 Map of Trade Lake
    1983 Trade Lake
    1983 Print · USGS
    Burnett County and the surrounding lake country are shown here in the early 1980s, revealing a landscape of family-named lakes and rural crossroads. Genealogists and local historians can trace the sites of the Mission Ch, the Union Cem, and small settlements like Atlas and Trade Lake.

  8. 1983 Map of Cushing
    1983 Map of Cushing
    1983 Cushing
    1983 Print · USGS
    Polk County at the start of the 1980s shows a landscape defined by the protected St. Croix riverfront and numerous glacial lakes. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named sites and landmarks like Cushing, the Nevers Dam Site, and Eureka Center.

  9. 1983 Map of Big Round Lake
    1983 Map of Big Round Lake
    1983 Big Round Lake
    1983 Print · USGS
    Polk County was a landscape of dense woods and glacial lakes in the early eighties, where small lakeside communities flourished. Genealogists and local researchers can trace family landmarks like Johnstown Cem, the Round Lake Chapel, and the borders of the St Croix Indian Reservation.

  10. 1983 Map of Trade River
    1983 Map of Trade River
    1983 Trade River
    1983 Print · USGS
    In the early 1980s, the borderlands of Burnett and Polk Counties were defined by the managed waters of the Fish Lake State Wildlife Area and the winding Trade River. Local researchers can find family landmarks and rural heritage sites such as St Olaf Cem, Bethany Ch, and the settlement of Branstad.

  11. 1983 Map of Sunrise, 1984 Print
    1983 Map of Sunrise, 1984 Print
    1983 Sunrise
    1984 Print · USGS
    The St. Croix Valley straddles the Minnesota-Wisconsin border in the early eighties, where the river remains the central artery of the landscape. Researchers can trace the Old Railroad Grade near Sunrise or locate the Old Settlers Cem tucked away near Cowan Creek.
    2 unique versions available

  12. 1983 Map of Rush City, 1984 Print
    1983 Map of Rush City, 1984 Print
    1983 Rush City
    1984 Print · USGS
    The St. Croix River valley in the early 1980s shows a mix of established rail towns and protected state forests. Genealogists can locate family names at Taylor Cem and Sacred Heart Cem, or trace the path of the Old Military Road.

  13. 1983 Map of North Branch, 1984 Print
    1983 Map of North Branch, 1984 Print
    1983 North Branch
    1984 Print · USGS
    The St. Croix River valley in the early 1980s reveals a landscape of protected forests and riverfront alongside growing Minnesota townships. Genealogists and local historians can trace family sites at Oak Grove Cem and Mission Covenant Cem or follow the Burlington Northern rail line.

  14. 1983 Map of Randall, 1984 Print
    1983 Map of Randall, 1984 Print
    1983 Randall
    1984 Print · USGS
    The St Croix River corridor and the wetlands of Burnett County are captured here in the early 1980s. Researchers can locate community landmarks like Pleasant Prairie Ch, the Sunrise Ferry Riverway, and the Lookout Tower.

  15. 1985 Map of Grantsburg
    1985 Map of Grantsburg
    1985 Grantsburg
    1985 Print · USGS
    The river borderlands of Minnesota and Wisconsin come alive in the mid-1980s, showcasing the intricate water networks and forest preserves of Burnett and Pine counties. Trace the rail lines of the Soo Line or find rural landmarks like Trade Lake Ch and Hildas Corner.
    2 unique versions available

  16. 1985 Map of Stillwater
    1985 Map of Stillwater
    1985 Stillwater
    1985 Print · USGS
    The St. Croix River valley in the mid-1980s reveals a borderland of river towns and conservation areas. Trace the rail lines of the Soo Line, locate the Minnesota State Prison, and explore the numerous wildlife areas like Cylon Marsh.
    2 unique versions available

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