What is a fun fact about Otter Tail County MN?

Otter Tail County is one of the state's largest counties encompassing 21 towns from tiny town of Vining to the city of Fergus Falls . It's a haven for outdoor recreation and boats 1,048 lakes, more than any county in the United States.

How many lakes are in Otter Tail County MN?

Many boaters and anglers accustomed to motoring to other counties might be surprised to know Otter Tail County holds 1,048 lakes - not only more than any other county in Minnesota but more than any county in the United States.

What county is Ottertail, MN in?

Ottertail - Otter Tail County , MN.

What is the phone number for Otter Tail County?

Use 218-998-8000 for general questions M-F, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or use the form below. View all of the county building locations on our interactive map.

How did Otter Tail get its name?

The first explorers through this area about 1750 were a Frenchman and an Englishman. They met with a band of Indians on the shore of " Lac de la Queue de la Outer ", which roughly translates to "Lake of the Otters Tail".

How deep does Otter Tail Lake get?

Otter Tail Lake has a maximum depth of 120 feet ; however, 57% of the lake is less than 15 feet in depth.

What are the demographics of Otter Tail County MN?

In 2021, Otter Tail County, MN had a population of 59.7k people with a median age of 46.3 and a median household income of $63,587 . Between 2020 and 2021 the population of Otter Tail County, MN grew from 58,416 to 59,728, a 2.25% increase and its median household income grew from $59,456 to $63,587, a 6.95% increase.

What kind of fish are in Otter Tail Lake?

Fish Species: black bullhead, black crappie, bluegill, brown bullhead, burbot, hybrid sunfish, lake sturgeon, largemouth bass, northern pike, pumpkinseed, rock bass, smallmouth bass, tullibee (cisco), walleye, yellow bullhead, yellow perch, common carp, greater redhorse, shorthead redhorse, white sucker.

What is the largest county in Minnesota?

St. Louis County , Minnesota has 6,248.1 square miles of land area and is the 1st largest county in Minnesota by total area.

How many acres are in Otter Tail County?

The 1,424,000 acres of Otter Tail County are home to 57,716 people.

How big is Long lake in Ottertail MN?

Long Lake is a 756-acre mesotrophic (moderately fertile) lake located in west-central Otter Tail County approximately nine miles north of Fergus Falls, MN.

What does an otter tail look like?

The tails of river otters and clawless otters are long, and about one-third of total body length. They are thick at the base, muscular, flexible, and taper to a point . The giant otter's tail is similar to those of other freshwater otters.

What county is Fergus Falls, MN in?

Fergus Falls, the county seat of Otter Tail County , has a population of approximately 13,845 people.

How big is otter tail?

The tails of river otters and clawless otters are long, and about one-third of total body length . They are thick at the base, muscular, flexible, and taper to a point.

What are some fun facts about otter Giants?

Giant river otters are very sociable and live in families of between 3-10 individuals that hunt together. The giant river otter competes with the black caiman for the title of maximum predator of the Amazonian lakes (cochas), a competition that can get so tense that it has been observed through physical confrontations.

Otter Tail County, Minnesota - Townships Map (2024)

See a Google Map with township boundaries and find township by address with this free, interactive map tool. Optionally also show township labels, U.S. city limits and county lines on the map.

Quickly answer ‘What township is this address in’ and ‘What township do I live in’ anywhere in Otter Tail County, Minnesota

To find township by address, type the address into the Search places box above the map.

Quick Tips for using this Otter Tail County, Minnesota Civil Townships map tool

There are four ways to get started using this Otter Tail County, Minnesota Civil Townships map tool
- In the “Search places” box above the map, type an address, city, etc. and choose the one you want from the auto-complete list
- Click the map to see the township name for where you clicked (Monthly Contributors also get Dynamic Maps)
- To search using GPS coordinates use the “Find lat long” box in the top right above the map*
- Click the ◉ button in the upper right corner of the map to use your current location. Click the ◉ button again to automatically update your location every 1, 5 or 10 minutes (Monthly Contributors also get an option to update every several seconds, shown as ◉A for Active).**
Township boundary lines will draw on the map, and the township name, state name, country name and latitude/longitude for your chosen location will appear above the map
Check the “Show labels” checkbox in the lower left corner of the map to see the civil township labels on the map
NEW! Use the SHOW OTHER LAYERS panel in the lower left corner of the map to show county lines, US city limits and US ZIP Codes on the map, overlaid on the civil townships map
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* You can search using various formats of latitude longitude, including degrees, minutes and seconds; degrees and decimal minutes; or decimal degrees
** The “Locate” button will be more accurate on smartphones and other devices containing a GPS; desktop browsers typically show an approximate location

Why would you need a map with civil township boundaries?

Here are several example uses for civil townships on Google Maps (see disclaimer):

Local Governance: Understanding township boundaries helps residents know which local government they fall under, aiding in civic engagement and accessing township services and resources.
Land and Property Insights: For potential land buyers, farmers, and real estate agents, township boundaries provide clarity on land ownership, zoning regulations, and potential utility services.
Tax Implications: Different townships might have varying tax rates or structures. Seeing these boundaries aids residents and businesses in navigating local tax responsibilities.
Historical Context: Many townships have deep-rooted histories and traditions. Recognizing these boundaries can offer insights into local historical events and regional stories.
Cultural Exploration: Just as with cities, townships often have their unique local cultures, festivals, and events. Knowing township borders can enrich cultural experiences.
Infrastructure Planning: For urban planners and developers, township boundaries play a pivotal role in understanding local infrastructure needs and future development plans.
Emergency Response: In emergencies, knowing township jurisdictions ensures a coordinated and swift response from local emergency services.
Business Opportunities: Entrepreneurs can strategize better by recognizing township boundaries, considering local needs and preferences.
Environmental Studies: Researchers looking into local ecosystems, farming practices, or conservation efforts can benefit from clearly defined township areas.
Educational Relevance: Educators and students studying local geography, governance, or history can leverage township maps for a clearer understanding of the subject matter.
Community Building: Grassroots movements, community organizers, and local NGOs can focus their efforts more effectively within specific townships.
Transport and Connectivity: For logistics and transportation businesses, township boundaries can be crucial for route planning, especially in rural or semi-rural areas.

Find Civil Townships by radius or by drawing a line or shape

To find Civil Townships within a radius or near a line or shape you draw*:
1. Click the “Selection Tools” button in the lower left corner of the map
2. – RADIUS SELECT: To find Townships within a radius, specify the mileage in the “Select map features within x miles of the shapes I draw” box, then use the Point “Add a marker” tool to draw the center point of the radius
  – TOUCHING A LINE OR SHAPE: To find Townships that touch a line or a shape you draw, use the Line tool or Shape tool to draw the shape, double-clicking when finished
  – WITHIN DISTANCE OF A LINE OR SHAPE: To find Townships that are within a distance of a line or a shape you draw, first specify the mileage in the “Select map features within x miles of the shapes I draw” box, then use the Line tool or Shape tool to draw the shape, double-clicking when finished
3. The Townships and township limits will be highlighted and listed in a “Results from map” box below the map, where you can copy the selected Townships for use in a spreadsheet or other document
  – Optionally, keep drawing shapes to select more Townships
4. When you are finished selecting Townships, click the “Done Selecting” button in the lower left corner of the map
* Townships will get selected if any part of the shape you draw falls within the township boundaries

FAQs for Otter Tail County, Minnesota - Townships Map

Does Google Maps show Otter Tail County, Minnesota township boundaries?

This Otter Tail County, Minnesota civil townships map tool shows Otter Tail County, Minnesota township boundaries on Google Maps. You can also show township name labels on the map by checking the box in the lower left corner of the map.

How do I view an interactive map of Otter Tail County, Minnesota township boundaries or town lines?

This Otter Tail County, Minnesota civil townships map tool shows Otter Tail County, Minnesota township boundaries on Google Maps. Other tools on this website also show city limits, townships, section township range, ZIP Codes, elevation and more.

Why might I need to know the Otter Tail County, Minnesota township for a given place or address?

You might need to know the Otter Tail County, Minnesota township for an address to: - determine applicable laws or regulations based on township jurisdiction - determine what Otter Tail County, Minnesota township an address is located in or if it is outside of a township - determine what county or counties a township is located in - record township information when conducting field research using GPS coordinates (see * above) - perform volunteer work based on township - perform emergency dispatch based on township - calculate the correct local township sales tax

How do I find Otter Tail County, Minnesota township by address?

To find the Otter Tail County, Minnesota township for an address, type the address in the 'Search places' box above this Otter Tail County, Minnesota civil townships Finder map tool. the Otter Tail County, Minnesota township name appears near the top of the map and the blue dot shows the location of the address on the map.

What is my Otter Tail County, Minnesota township? What Otter Tail County, Minnesota township do I live in?

To find your Otter Tail County, Minnesota township using your address, type your address in the 'Search places' box above this map.

Coverage Notes

Civil townships includes the boundaries of Civil townships, also called township limits, town lines, or township borders. New England, New York and Wisconsin typically refer to townships as towns, and Michigan uses charter townships.
Townships with the following US Census Bureau minor civil division (county subdivision) class codes are shown:
– T1: Governmentally active minor civil division (MCD) or county subdivision that is not coextensive with an incorporated place (this is often a township)
– T5: An active county subdivision that is coextensive with an incorporated place
– T9: An inactive county subdivision
– Z1: A nonfunctioning county subdivision
– Z2: A county subdivision that is coextensive with an American Indian, Alaska Native, or Native Hawaiian area and legally is independent of any other county subdivision
– Z3: A county subdivision defined as an unorganized territory
“Show US city limits” draws all incorporated cities and towns in the United States and its territories and possessions
“Show county lines” in Counties in all 50 states plus Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands and American Samoa

Civil Township boundaries depicted include the following types of townships for each state

American Samoa	county
Arkansas	township
Connecticut	town
Guam	municipality
Illinois	township, precinct
Indiana	township, unorganized territory
Iowa	township, unorganized territory
Kansas	township
Louisiana	district
Maine	gore, plantation, reservation, town, unorganized territory
Maryland	district
Massachusetts	town
Michigan	township
Minnesota	township, unorganized territory
Mississippi	district
Missouri	township
Nebraska	precinct, township
New Hampshire	grant, location, purchase, town, township
New Jersey	township
New York	borough, reservation, town, unorganized territory
Northern Mariana Islands	district
North Carolina	township, unorganized territory
North Dakota	township, unorganized territory
Ohio	township
Pennsylvania	township
Puerto Rico	barrio, barrio-pueblo
Rhode Island	town
South Dakota	township, unorganized territory
Tennessee	district
Vermont	gore, grant, town
Virginia	district
West Virginia	district
Wisconsin	town

Other Notes

The Search places box uses a standard Google Maps geocoding engine, therefore you can type street addresses, road names, points of interest, etc. to see what township that location is part of
Many of the map layers from which this information is extracted are very large, so it may take several seconds for all of the map layers to finish drawing
Because the map layers are large, boundaries will not be shown if you are zoomed out too far
Note that typing an address will zoom in the map very close, whereas typing a city or township by itself will show you a map with a wider view

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Sources

– US: Census Bureau

Also, check out the ZIP Codes tool on this website. ZIP Code mapping made easy.

DISCLAIMER

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