The two maps illustrate the transformation of Dalton town between 1815 and 2015.
Overall, the area has shifted from a predominantly rural farming countryside to a more urbanized and industrialized environment with public facilities. The most noticeable changes include the expansion of residential areas, the introduction of modern amenities, and the removal of farming areas and forests.
In 1815, the western section was dominated by Dalton Forest, while the eastern part featured a farming area. These two areas were divided by a stream flowing from the northwest to the southwest of the town before joining the River Dal. The dwelling area consisted of two zones, one situated to the northeast of the Dalton hall with a horse raising area and the other located on the edge of a ford, next to a hall farm.
In 2015, the residential area was expanded with more houses stretching from north to south. The former farmland and forest were completely converted into houses and industrial zones. Several modern amenities were constructed in order to urbanize Dalton town, including a school and a new hotel on the eastern side. An airport was also added in the southeast, just above the River Dal while a hospital was constructed in the northwestern part of the town and near the northern end of the river’s branch. Another major development was the addition of a bridge connecting the two parts of the town.