2016 Map of Fosston West

About this map

The Sand Hill River and its numerous glacial wetlands define the landscape west of Fosston, Polk County. This 2016 survey illustrates the persistent agricultural and township grid of northwestern Minnesota, where local history is anchored by the Landsverk Cem and Hansville Cem. The terrain is marked by a high density of small water bodies, including Strand Lake, Ouff Lake, and Newton Lake, which break up the geometric pattern of county roads and section lines. The Poplar River cuts across the northern reaches, while the Fosston Municipal Airport serves as a modern local landmark on the edge of the prairie. The map provides a detailed view of the rural infrastructure, capturing the layout of the many farm-to-market routes like Co HWY 31 and 380th ST Se that have facilitated the region's wheat and sugar beet economy for generations.