1977 Map of Wheaton West

About this map

Wheaton serves as the primary population center in this orthophotographic study, which highlights the complex hydraulic landscape along the Minnesota and South Dakota border. The imagery, captured in late April of 1977, reveals the winding course of the Mustinka River as it meanders through vast agricultural tracts toward its confluence. The western edge of the sheet is dominated by the significant waters of Mud Lake and the northern reaches of Lake Traverse, providing a clear view of the shoreline and wetland structures before the full spring foliage. To the north, the Bois De Sioux River defines the state boundary, illustrating the vital role of water management and natural drainage in this prairie region. The stark contrast of the orthophoto format emphasizes the gridded field patterns and the way human settlement in Wheaton is integrated with these regional river systems.