2019 Map of Artichoke Lake NW

About this map

Artichoke Lake dominates the southeastern corner of this landscape, where the prairie gives way to a complex network of wetlands and small basins. The small settlement of Artichoke sits at a crossroads just north of the lake, serving as a focal point for the surrounding agricultural community. Significant for genealogists and local historians are the two burial sites located here: the Artichoke Baptist Cem and the Artichoke Lake Cem, which anchor the long-standing community heritage of this region. To the northwest, the aptly named Dismal Swamp provides a stark contrast to the gridded section lines and gravel roads like Co Line Rd that define the county boundary. The survey reveals a meticulously partitioned territory, where even a Minimum Maintenance Rd highlights the practical requirements of navigating this rural Big Stone County terrain.