1962 Map of Sioux Falls East

About this map

Sioux Falls serves as the focal point of this mid-century survey, revealing a landscape defined by the winding course of the Big Sioux River and a dense network of early transportation routes. The city's institutional history is prominent, featuring Augustana College, Sioux Falls College, and the State Prison complex north of the downtown core. The geography of the era is marked by significant industrial and transportation infrastructure, including the convergence of the Burlington Northern, Chicago and North Western, and Chicago Milwaukee St Paul and Pacific railroads. Outside the urban center, the map captures the transition to rural areas like Mapleton and Brandon, while documenting numerous local landmarks such as Woodlawn Cemetery, the School for the Deaf, and the Cactus Hills region east of the river.