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1985 Map of Rock Rapids

Name: 1985 Topographic Map of Rock Rapids
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1989
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1989

About this map

The Big Sioux River serves as the winding boundary between Iowa and South Dakota, carving through a landscape of agricultural townships and established rail hubs during the mid-1980s. This survey captures a region defined by its educational and natural landmarks, including Northwestern College in Orange City and Dordt College in Sioux Center. The map documents a dense network of transportation, where the Illinois Central Gulf and Burlington Northern railroads intersect with local transit points like Lakewood Corner.

Preservation and recreation are highlighted by the presence of Newton Hills State Park and the Lake Alvin State Recreation Area. Small aviation strips like Sky Haven Airport and Zangger Airport dot the terrain, reflecting the rural infrastructure of the era. The mapping of cemeteries like Riverside Cemetery and smaller settlements such as Klondike and Inwood provides valuable reference points for those studying the regional development of Lyon and Sioux counties.