1983 Map of Madison East

About this map

The glacial lakes of Lake Mendota, Lake Monona, and Lake Waubesa define the eastern expansion of Madison during the early 1980s. This survey illustrates the intricate balance between urban density and the surrounding wetlands, where the Yahara River connects the major basins through Upper Mud Lake. Industrial and municipal infrastructure is prominent, including the Blooming Grove TWP Sewage Disposal Pond and the extensive Tank Farm south of the city core. Aviation and education are represented by the sprawling Truax Field and the Madison Area Technical College. To the southeast, the village of McFarland sits at the edge of the marshes, while numerous local landmarks like the Blooming Grove Cem and Roselawn Memorial Park Cemetery provide essential reference points for genealogists tracking the history of Blooming Grove Township and Dunn Township.