2013 Map of Padua

About this map

Padua sits as a primary settlement in this part of Stearns County, where the agricultural landscape is defined by a network of drainage and natural waterways. The N Fork Crow River and Sedan Brook meander through the central and southern portions of the territory, while the Skunk River flows along the southern boundary near the Brooten Municipal Airport. This area is characterized by its rural infrastructure, with a grid of county highways and roads like Co HWY-18 and Co HWY-27 connecting scattered farmsteads and local landmarks. For those researching family history or local heritage, the map identifies significant sites such as the Saint Anthony Padua Cem in the north and the Big Grove Church Cem further south. The drainage systems, including County Ditch Number Fortysix, highlight the engineering required to manage the prairie wetlands for farming.