1990 Map of Eldridge

About this map

Eldridge sits at the heart of this prairie landscape, reflecting the rural character of Stutsman County in the 1990s. The town's local history is anchored by the Eldridge Cem and the passing tracks of the Minneapolis St Paul and Sault Ste Marie RR. The northern portion of the map is dominated by the sprawling waters of Pipestem Lake, which drastically altered the drainage patterns of the region's townships. Moving south, the modern infrastructure of Interstate 94 is evidenced by Interchange 251 and established Rest Areas. The map's detail preserves a record of land use across multiple townships, from Hidden and Buchanan in the north to Lippert and Woodbury in the south, including the transition toward the Jamestown Corp Bdy at the eastern edge. A prominent Comm Tower stands near the lake, serving as a modern landmark among the section lines.