2022 Map of Ruthton NW

About this map

Coteau des Prairies defines the physical character of this southwest Minnesota landscape, where the high plateau forms a significant drainage divide. This 2022 survey captures the headwaters of multiple regional waterways, including the Redwood River flowing toward the northeast and the Rock River heading south. The terrain is marked by the distinct boundary between Lincoln and Pipestone Counties, illustrating how geopolitical lines follow the natural contours of the land. The mapping of E Br Flandreau Cr and N Br Pipestone Cr provides a contemporary look at the intricate hydrography of the region, while the grid of rural roads like Co Rd 9 and Co Rd 12 shows the enduring township and range system that has organized this agricultural territory since the original land surveys.