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1962 Map of Dudley

USGS Topo · Published 1963

About this map

Dudley sits at the center of this 1962 landscape, serving as a hub for the Chicago and North Western railroad during a period of intensive agricultural development. The terrain in this part of Lyon County is defined by a highly managed water system, with numerous man-made channels such as Judicial Ditch No 60 and Judicial Ditch No 91 redirecting the natural flow of the land into the Redwood River. These engineering efforts reflect the mid-century drive to maximize the tillable acreage of the fertile Minnesota prairie. To the southwest, Lake Marshall and the winding Meadow Creek offer a contrast to the geometric precision of the surrounding section lines and drainage networks. The presence of a local Gravel Pit suggests the ongoing maintenance of the rural road network that connects the townships of Fairview, Stanley, Clifton, and Lake Marshall.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1962
Date Published1963
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.53 x 27.23 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain