2016 Map of Chester

About this map

Viola and Chester anchor this agricultural landscape in southeastern Minnesota, where the drainage of the N Fork Whitewater River carves through the rolling upland. The map reveals a high density of small rural burial grounds, providing a significant resource for genealogical research. Notable sites include Saint John's Lutheran Cem and the Randall-Fork Cem, which are scattered throughout the sections alongside smaller waters like Silver Cr and Dry Cr. This 2016 survey documents the modern road network, including Co Hwy 14 and College View Rd E, while maintaining the grid system established by the Public Land Survey. The northern border of Olmsted and Wabasha counties runs through the upper third of the quadrangle, reflecting the administrative boundaries that have shaped local land ownership for generations.