2016 Map of Artichoke Lake

About this map

Artichoke Lake and Long Lake dominate this prairie landscape in Big Stone County, defined by a rigid grid of agricultural roads and section lines. The terrain is characterized by numerous small depressions and wetlands typical of the glacial till plains, with the larger water bodies serving as the primary geographic anchors. For those researching local family history, the map identifies small, isolated burial sites including the Johnson Family Cem near the eastern shore of Artichoke Lake and the Akron Cem situated along 440th ST. This modern survey reflects the enduring rural character of the region, where transportation is dictated by numbered routes such as Co Hwy 14 and Co Rd 64. The settlement pattern is sparse, consisting of occasional farmsteads connected by a network of gravel and paved roads like 370th ST and Co Rd 14.