2022 Map of Medford West

About this map

Deerfield and Medford anchor this section of south-central Minnesota, where the agricultural grid meets the drainage of the Straight River and Crane Cr. The landscape is defined by its glacial history, most notably the Pelican Lake Bed in the southwest and the winding courses of Mackenzie Cr and Mud Cr. This survey captures a mix of rural infrastructure and religious heritage, as seen in the numerous burial grounds like the Norwegian Lutheran Meraker Cem and Denison Cem that dot the townships. Transportation and local industry are highlighted by the presence of the Underland Airstrip and the northwestern reaches of Owatonna, including the Owatonna Degner Regional Airport. The map details the boundary between Rice and Steele counties, illustrating the dense network of county highways and roads that connect these prairie settlements.