2019 Map of Elk River

About this map

The Mississippi River defines the southern boundary of this region, where the urban expansion of Elk River meets the rural landscapes of Otsego and Ramsey. The confluence of the Elk River and the Mississippi serves as a geographic anchor, creating a complex hydrologic network that includes Orono Lake and various smaller basins like Little Twin Lake. This 2019 survey documents a landscape in transition, where residential development along US Hwy 169 sits alongside significant genealogical landmarks. Several local burial sites are noted, including the Saint Andrew's Cem and the distinctly named Farm of Ernest Rahn Cem. To the north, the Meadowvale Airport and the settlement of Nowthen highlight the area's continued use as a transport and residential hub at the intersection of Sherburne and Anoka counties.