2013 Map of Arendahl

About this map

Arendahl serves as the focal point of this rural landscape in southeastern Minnesota, where the blufflands of the driftless area meet the agricultural plateau. The settlement is centered near the Arendahl Cem, while the southern reaches of the quadrangle descend into the broad valley of the Root River. This drainage system is fed by numerous spring-fed tributaries including Big Springs Cr and Torkelson Cr, which carve deep, winding valleys through the terrain. The map captures a transition between the open township roads of the north, such as TWP HWY 11 and TWP HWY 4, and the more complex topography of Lobland Valley to the south. Historically significant water sources like Big Springs remain prominent features, illustrating the area's reliance on the local hydrology for both early settlement and ongoing land use.