2019 Map of Sterling Center

About this map

Sterling Center and the southern edge of Good Thunder anchor this Blue Earth County landscape, where the winding course of the Maple River dictates the local geography. The area is defined by its deep agricultural roots and a sophisticated network of water management, evidenced by the presence of Judicial Ditch Number Fortynine and the dry expanse of Jackson -Lakebed-. This 2019 survey provides a clear view of the rural infrastructure, from the township roads like Twp Rd 43 to the family and community history preserved at Sterling Cem and Saint Johns Cem. The southeastern corner is dominated by Lura Lake, while Rice Cr feeds into the river system, illustrating the drainage patterns that have shaped farming in the region for generations.