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1962 Map of Brandon

Name: 1962 Topographic Map of Brandon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1977
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1977

About this map

Split Rock Creek and the Big Sioux River converge south of Brandon, forming a landscape defined by water and heavy industry during the mid-20th century. The area is a hub of transportation and resource extraction, with the Great Northern, Illinois Central, and Chicago and North Western railroads all crossing the territory to serve regional commerce. Numerous quarries and gravel pits are scattered near East Sioux Falls and Rowena, indicating the importance of the local stone and aggregate industry.

Settlement patterns show established community life at Corson and Brandon, while the southeastern corner features the Gitchie Manitou State Preserve along the state line. Local heritage is further documented through landmarks such as the Beaver Valley Ch, Brandon Cem, and the South Beaver Valley Cem. The map provides a detailed view of the rural and industrial infrastructure before modern suburban expansion significantly altered the Minnehaha County landscape.