1967 Map of Rushmore

About this map

Rushmore serves as the primary settlement hub in this southwestern Minnesota landscape, situated at the intersection of local roads and the Chicago and North Western railroad line. The surrounding terrain is defined by the winding course of the Little Rock River and its tributary, Little Rock Creek, which carve through the agricultural landscape. Religious and civic life are anchored by features like Emmanuel Ch and the rural Townhall, while the Sunset Rest Cem provides a genealogical point of interest just north of the rail line. Small infrastructure markers, including a prominent Water Tank, underscore the town's role as a support center for the surrounding farmsteads. The mapping reveals a well-organized grid of sections, typical of the Midwestern plains, where water sources dictated the early placement of buildings and bridges.