1967 Map of Wabasso

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The Redwood River meanders across the northern portion of this Redwood County landscape, defining the rural character of Vesta and Sheridan townships in the late 1960s. The Chicago and North Western railroad corridor serves as the primary industrial spine, linking the established settlements of Wabasso and Seaforth. This era shows a heavily managed agricultural water system, evidenced by numerous engineered waterways such as Clear Ditch and Judicial Ditch No 31. Local history is preserved at St Marys Cem and St Pauls Cem, while the preservation of natural habitats is seen in several dedicated zones including the Daubs Lake State Wildlife Management Area and Paul State Wildlife Management Area. The presence of many Gravel Pits throughout the quadrangle highlights the importance of local mineral extraction to the region's development during this period.