2016 Map of Douglas

About this map

Rochester expands its northwest footprint in this 2016 survey, where suburban development meets the agricultural landscape of Olmsted County. The map captures the transition from the city’s industrial and commercial zones, including the International Bus Machine complex, to the smaller rural settlements of Douglas and Genoa. The land is defined by the winding course of the S Br Middle Fork Zumbro River and Cascade Cr, which feed into local basins like Cascade Lake and Bamber Lake. Genealogists will find several notable burial grounds, such as Center Grove Cem and Pleasant Prairie Cem, providing vital records of early families in Kalmar and Cascade townships. The modern landscape is also shaped by recreation, notably the Douglas Bike Trl, which follows a historic corridor through the countryside.