2013 Map of Ruthton NW

About this map

The Coteau des Prairies, a high glacial plateau, dominates this agricultural landscape at the border of Lincoln and Pipestone counties. This 2013 survey reveals a complex hydrological network where several regional waterways originate or pass through. The Redwood River flows eastward, while the Rock River and North Br Pipestone Cr drain the southern reaches. Evidence of agricultural industry is noted at the Welgraven Dairy, situated among the strictly gridded section lines of the rural township road system, including 150th Ave and 211th St. The map also captures the headwaters of the East Br Flandreau Cr and the engineered water management of County Ditch Number Forty in the northern sections, illustrating how the natural prairie terrain has been adapted for modern farming.