2011 Map of Oslo

About this map

The Red River of the North winds through this borderland landscape, defining the character of Oslo and the surrounding agricultural plains. This survey documents a region defined by its complex hydrology, where the North Marais River and Turtle River meander across a flat terrain crisscrossed by a grid of rural roads and drainage infrastructure like County Ditch Number 3. The settlement of Oslo is positioned along the river bends, protected by Dike Ave, while the smaller community of Poland sits to the west. Local genealogy and history are anchored at the Riverside Cemetery and Saint Joseph Cemetery, which serve as key landmarks for researchers tracing the families of Marshall County. The intersection of local routes such as County Rd 2 and the state line reflects the area's role as a transit point between Minnesota and North Dakota.