1958 Map of Rutland

About this map

The prairie landscape of Sargent Co comes into sharp focus during the late 1950s, centered on the village of Rutland. This agrarian region is defined by a dense network of seasonal wetlands and glacial lakes, including Silver Lake and Sprague Lake, which drain toward the Wild Rice River in the south. The settlement pattern is anchored by the crossing of the Great Northern Railroad and the Minneapolis St Paul and Sault Ste Marie, illustrating the critical role of rail transport in the transport of grain and cattle from the local plains.