2022 Map of Lake Benton SW

About this map

The Coteau des Prairies upland plateau dominates this landscape along the border of Lincoln County, Minnesota, and Brookings County, South Dakota. This high prairie region, characterized by its distinct glacial topography, is drained by the winding course of Medary Cr in the southern portion of the quadrangle. The agricultural character of the era is defined by a rigid grid of section lines and rural routes, including Co RD 1 and Co RD 131. Genealogists and local historians will find the Stolz Cem situated in the southeastern corner, serving as a quiet landmark of the area's early settlement. The map clearly delineates the interstate boundary between Minnesota and South Dakota, showing how the township and range system organized the land for farming across the two states.