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1982 Map of Vicksburg

Name: 1982 Topographic Map of Vicksburg
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1983
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1983

About this map

The Minnesota River carves a deep, wooded valley through the agricultural plains of Renville County, creating a sharp contrast between the riverside bluffs and the surrounding farmland. This landscape is defined by its extensive drainage network, where numerous engineered waterways like County Ditch No 127 and County Ditch No 45 feed into the river's tributaries. Near the small settlement of Vicksburg, the Old Indian Treaty Boundary cuts diagonally across the terrain, serving as a silent reminder of early territorial negotiations in the region.

Community life is anchored by several rural landmarks, including St Matthew Ch and the nearby Zion Cem. Notable water bodies such as Beckendorf Lake and Gold Mine Lake are found south of the river, while a Historical Monument stands as a point of interest on the southern banks. The presence of Townhall and various local cemeteries like Methodist Cem indicates a well-established network of small-town civic and religious centers during the early 1980s.