2016 Map of Perth

About this map

The Watonwan River winds through the southern reaches of this landscape, carving a natural boundary near the border of Watonwan County. This area of southern Minnesota is defined by a rigorous grid of section lines and township roads like 473rd Ave and 200th St, reflecting the deep agricultural heritage of the region. The small settlement of Perth sits at a junction in the northwest, serving as a focal point for the surrounding farmsteads. Genealogists will find particular value in the placement of local burial grounds, including North Lincoln Cem and Lincoln Cem. The map also illustrates the intricate water management system essential to this prairie region, most notably the County Ditch Number Fifty-six, which cuts across the central townships to manage the drainage of the fertile plains.