1960 Map of Milnor

About this map

The Milnor townsite anchors the southern edge of this 1960 topographic study, situated at the junction of the Northern Pacific railroad and local rural routes. This southeastern North Dakota landscape is defined by the transitions between the townships of Scoville, Sydnoa, and Milnor, where the Storm Lake National Wildlife Refuge preserves the waters of Storm Lake. The map reveals a high density of local landmarks for genealogists, including School No 21, Lutheran Cem, and Calvary Cem north of town, as well as Lakeside Cem near the wildlife refuge. The terrain is dotted with small depressions and Gravel Pits, characteristic of the glacial drift common across the Ransom and Sargent County line. The presence of the Milnor Airport and a nearby Radio Tower reflect mid-century infrastructure developments in this prairie agricultural hub.