2010 Map of Felton NW

About this map

Wild Rice River meanders across this rural Clay County landscape, forming a complex network of oxbows and riparian curves in the northern reaches of the Red River Valley. The area is defined by a rigorous grid of section lines and gravel roads, such as 160th Ave and County Hwy-102, which facilitate the expansive agricultural operations of the region. This 2010 survey serves as a vital record for genealogists, as it identifies several community landmarks, including Landstad Cemetery, Bethania Lutheran Cemetery, and Saint Marys Cemetery. These sites represent the spiritual and social foundations of the Scandinavian and European immigrant families who settled this part of Minnesota. The southern portion of the sheet is drained by Felton Creek, while the South Branch Wild Rice River joins the main stem in the northeast, highlighting the importance of natural drainage in this low-relief prairie environment.