2013 Map of Girard

About this map

The agricultural landscape of Polk County is defined here by an extensive network of water management, illustrated by numerous engineered channels such as County Ditch Number One Hundred Twelve and County Ditch Number Nintyfour. These waterways crisscross the flat terrain of the Red River Valley, supporting the region's intensive farming. Small rural clusters and transportation corridors anchor the local geography, with Us-75 cutting diagonally across the sheet through the settlement of Girard. The map captures essential landmarks for genealogical research, including the Andover Cem located near the meandering path of Burnham Cr, and Hanna Cem situated further south. To the north, the small community of Wilds sits along the roadway, providing a clear picture of the sparse but deliberate settlement pattern characteristic of this northern Minnesota prairie during the early 21st century.