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1968 Map of Hancock

Name: 1968 Topographic Map of Hancock
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1970
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1970

About this map

Hancock serves as the primary hub for this Stevens County landscape, situated along the tracks of the Great Northern railroad. The town's layout is clearly defined by its corporate boundary, featuring a small grid of streets and key municipal infrastructure like the sewage disposal site and nearby Gravel Pits. The surrounding countryside is divided into several townships including Hodges, Moore, and Tara, reflecting a rural economy shaped by agriculture and water management, evidenced by the presence of Judicial Ditch No 9.

Genealogists and local historians can locate several specific community landmarks, such as Bethel Ch and a rural Townhall. The map also highlights conservation efforts through the National Wildlife Management Areas, which dot the prairie terrain alongside natural water features like Byrne Lake. From the small Graves cemetery to the Radio Tower in the south, the sheet documents the mid-century infrastructure of this West Central Minnesota region.