1950 Map of Buchanan

About this map

Buchanan serves as the central hub of this prairie landscape during the mid-20th century, situated along the Burlington Northern railroad line. The map illustrates a region defined by its water systems and rural infrastructure, from the wide Jim River Valley in the east to the waters of Pipestem Lake in the southwest corner. The land is partitioned into sections typical of the Great Plains, featuring scattered landmarks of pioneer-era settlement such as School No 1 and a local Cem.