1962 Map of Menoken SW

About this map

The eastern edges of Bismarck meet the meandering course of Apple Creek in this early 1960s survey. The landscape is defined by the intersection of transportation and state infrastructure, notably where the Northern Pacific and Soo Line railroads converge near the State Penitentiary. To the south, the Bismarck Airport and a dedicated Radio Facility occupy the flatlands, while the northern sections of Gibbs Township remain primarily rural. Local education and community landmarks are scattered across the terrain, including Wilson Sch, Gibbs Sch, and School No 11. Leisure and mid-century utility are also evident, with the Country Club and Cypert Park appearing alongside a Fish Hatchery and a Drive-in Theater. The transition from urban center to open prairie is marked by these small pockets of development and the winding paths of Hay Creek.