2010 Map of Lake Johanna

About this map

Lake Johanna and its surrounding wetlands anchor this prairie landscape in Stearns County during the first decade of the 2000s. The area is defined by a dense concentration of glacial lakes and water features, from the expansive Tracey Slough in the north to family-named landmarks like Hefta Lake and Ole Lake in the south. Human management of the water is evident through the Mud Creek Number 5 Group Dam and the Leif Langsjoen Waterfowl Development Dam, highlighting the importance of conservation and drainage in this agricultural region. The map provides significant genealogical value, documenting the locations of the Stockholm Family Cemetery, Lake Johanna Cemetery, and South Lake Johanna Cemetery. A grid of rural township roads and county highways connects these sites to the edge of Brooten, reflecting a long-established settlement pattern amidst the intricate lake system of Skanning Lake, Round Lake, and Rocky Mountain Lake.