1967 Map of Blooming Prairie

Evidence of the local economy and land use is found in the numerous Gravel Pit locations scattered across the townships of Westfield, Newry, and Udolpho. Smaller settlements like Corning and specialized facilities such as the Selstad Landing Field provide specific points of interest for genealogists and local historians tracking the development of Steele, Dodge, Freeborn, and Mower counties. The eastern edge of the survey captures the winding course of the Cedar River, providing a natural contrast to the grid-patterned fields.