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2016 Map of Elk River

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Elk River
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

The confluence of the Mississippi River and the Elk River defines the landscape of this 2016 survey, where the expanding residential grids of Elk River and Otsego meet the natural waterways of central Minnesota. The map provides a detailed view of local burial grounds and family landmarks, including the Farm of Ernest Rahn Cem, Saint Andrews Cem, and Norris Cem. These sites, alongside the Ostego Cem and Vernon Cem, offer significant reference points for genealogists tracking early families in the region.

Water dominates the northern and eastern reaches of the quadrangle, characterized by numerous basins such as Eagle Lake, Orono Lake, and the Twin Lakes chain. The suburban development is intersected by Trott Brook and a dense network of numbered avenues, reflecting the modern growth patterns of Sherburne and Anoka counties. The transition from established riverfront settlements to newer residential developments is clearly visible through the placement of schools and local landmarks like Hillside.