2016 Map of Dayton Hollow Dam

About this map

The Otter Tail River winds through the northwestern corner of this landscape, its flow managed by the Dayton Hollow Dam which creates the Dayton Hollow Reservoir. This area southwest of Fergus Falls is characterized by its glacial geology, where a dense network of lakes like Chautauqua Lake, Swan Lake, and Mineral Lake dominate the terrain. The settlement at Parkdale serves as a local landmark in the northeast, while the southern reaches near Squier are defined by the headwaters of the Mustinka River. Local history is anchored by several rural burial grounds, including Aastad Cem and Bethlehem Lutheran Cem, which stand as markers of early community life. The intricate road network, featuring routes such as Co Hwy 82 and Co Hwy 110, connects these scattered water bodies and small settlements across the Otter Tail County countryside.