1967 Map of Anoka

About this map

Anoka sits at the confluence where the Mississippi River meets the local creek systems, serving as a hub for both industry and civic life. The Burlington Northern railroad cuts through the northern landscape, passing by the Anoka Industrial Airport and the expansive State Hospital grounds. This survey reflects a period of significant suburban expansion, with residential growth pushing into Champlin and Maple Grove. To the south, the Schmidt State Wildlife Management Areas preserve a stretch of wetlands and lakes, including Goose Lake and Mud Lake. Local history is anchored by numerous civic sites, from the County Fairground to several established burial grounds like Calvary Cem and Oakwood Cem. The map illustrates the transition from a river-centered town to a structured suburban network of schools like Lincoln Sch and parks such as Goodrich Park.