2019 Map of Watertown

About this map

The South Fork Crow River carves a winding path through this western Twin Cities periphery, anchoring the established community of Watertown. This area, where Wright, Carver, and Hennepin counties meet, is characterized by a dense network of glacial lakes and wetlands, including the prominent Swede Lake, Mud Lake, and the northern reaches of Lake Waconia. The landscape is dotted with centers of early local life, from the village of St. Bonifacius to the smaller settlement of Mayer. Genealogists will find significant value in the documentation of local burial grounds such as Saint Paul's Catholic Cem, Trinity Cem, and Swede Lake Cem, which speak to the area's diverse religious and immigrant heritage. The map also traces the transition of rural townships like Independence as they integrated into the expanding regional infrastructure via routes like Co Hwy 16 and Watertown Rd.