2013 Map of Heron Lake

About this map

Heron Lake and its surrounding wetlands dominate the landscape of Jackson and Cottonwood counties in this 2013 survey. The city of Heron Lake serves as a central hub, situated near the shores of Duck Lake and the Heron Lake Outlet, while the small settlement of Miloma marks the southwestern portion of the sheet. The region's agricultural and drainage history is evident through the inclusion of the Des Moines River and artificial waterworks like Judicial Ditch Number Two. Local genealogy is well-supported by several distinct burial sites including Lakeside Cem, Sacred Heart Cem, and Springfield Cem. The map provides a detailed view of the local infrastructure, tracing the paths of MN-60 and MN-62 alongside older routes like Old Hwy 60 and Chapman Ave. Smaller watercourses like Jack Cr and Division Creek illustrate the natural hydrology of this prairie lake region.