1986 Map of Litchfield

About this map

Glacial lakes and wetlands dominate this mid-1980s landscape across Central Minnesota, defined by a dense network of wildlife management areas and waterfowl production sites. The North Fork Crow River and the Sauk River wind through a region where agriculture and conservation coexist. Significant water bodies like Green Lake, Diamond Lake, and Lake Elizabeth anchor the landscape, while the Burlington Northern railroad corridor provides a vital industrial link between the settlements of Litchfield and Paynesville. Local history is preserved in the numerous named townships such as Danielson and Kingston, and the placement of country churches like St Nicholas and St Augusta. The map also details early aviation and communications infrastructure, including the Municipal Airport near the county seat and various scattered Radio Towers.