2022 Map of Nowthen

About this map

The settlement of Nowthen serves as the focal point for this survey of northwestern Anoka County, where the transition between lake-studded woodlands and suburban expansion is clearly visible. The landscape is defined by its glacial hydrology, with numerous water bodies like Pickerel Lake, Pinnaker Lake, and Goose Lake scattered across the township lines. The southern portion of the map shows the residential growth of Ramsey and Andover, organized around a strict grid of numeric avenues and lanes. The winding course of the Rum River and Trott Brook provide a natural contrast to the geometric road network, which includes historic routes like Old Viking Blvd NW. For the local historian, the map identifies three distinct burial sites: Lakeview Cem, Trott Brook Cem, and Staples Cem, marking the early centers of community and family life in these rural townships.