2010 Map of Lake Benton

About this map

The town of Lake Benton sits at the southwestern edge of its namesake lake, framed by the prominent highland of the Coteau des Prairies. This geographic feature dictates the local drainage, with waterways like Norwegian Creek and Medary Creek carving through the landscape. The layout of the area is defined by a rigorous grid of section roads and county highways, including County Hwy-13 and County Hwy-19, which connect isolated farmsteads to the central hub at the Lake Benton Post Office. Small-scale water management is evident at the Minnesota Noname Number 4 Dam, illustrating the intersection of prairie hydrology and rural infrastructure. The map is particularly valuable for genealogical research, documenting several distinct burial sites such as the Danish Evangelical Cemetery, Memorial Cemetery, and the Briffett Family Cemetery, reflecting the diverse settlement history of Lincoln County.