1963 Map of Tyler

About this map

The prairie landscape of Tyler is defined by a dense network of water management and rail infrastructure typical of southwestern Minnesota. The Chicago and North Western railroad bisects the terrain, serving as the primary corridor for the community and its local industry. Large glacial lakes, including Lake Benton at an elevation of 1746 feet and the northern Ash Lake, dominate the topography. These natural basins are supplemented by an extensive system of engineered waterways such as County Ditch No 4 and Judicial Ditch No 30. The map reveals the mid-century social and civic layout of the town, featuring the Danebod Cem, a local Hospital, and the Fairground. Recreational and modern amenities of the early 1960s are also evident, including a Drive-in Theater and the Tyler Municipal Airport.