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2010 Map of Preston

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Preston
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Preston serves as the hub of this southeastern Minnesota landscape, situated at the confluence of the South Branch Root River, Watson Creek, and Camp Creek. The settlement pattern is defined by the river’s winding course and a network of county highways that connect dispersed rural landmarks. Local history is deeply etched into the terrain through a high density of burial sites, including the Saint Columbanus Cemetery, Crown Hill Cemetery, and Greenwood Cemetery near the town center, along with the distant Richland Prairie Presbyterian Cemetery to the south.

Modern land use is represented by the Fillmore County Fairgrounds and the Old Barn Resort, while water management features like the Ross Graves Dam and East Willow Creek Dam reflect the region's relationship with its tributaries. A notable Bike Path and the historic Ox Trail Rd trace different eras of transportation through the river valley, providing a detailed look at how both commerce and recreation have shaped the area.