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Graceville Township, Big Stone County, Minnesota

Graceville Township is a township in Big Stone County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 205 as of the 2000 census. Graceville Township took its name from the city of Graceville, which was named for Thomas Langdon Grace, second Roman Catholic Bishop of Saint Paul, Minnesota.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 34.9 sqmi, of which 32.9 sqmi is land and 2.0 sqmi (5.87%) is water.

The city of Graceville is entirely within this township geographically but is a separate entity.

Unincorporated town
(This list is based on USGS data and may include former settlements.)
 * Big Stone Colony at 45.52913°N, -96.47423°W

Major highways

 * [[Image:US 75.svg|25px]] U.S. Route 75
 * [[Image:MN-28.svg|25px]] Minnesota State Highway 28

Lakes

 * E Toqua Lake
 * Lannon Lake
 * Lake Leo
 * S Rothwell Lake (north edge)
 * Smithwicks Lake
 * W Toqua Lake

Adjacent townships

 * Tara Township, Traverse County (north)
 * Leonardsville Township, Traverse County (northeast)
 * Moonshine Township (east)
 * Malta Township (southeast)
 * Almond Township (south)
 * Prior Township (southwest)
 * Toqua Township (west)

Cemeteries
The township contains these two cemeteries: Big Stone Hutterite Colony and Graceville.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 205 people, 54 households, and 48 families residing in the township. The population density was 6.2 people per square mile (2.4/km$2$). There were 62 housing units at an average density of 1.9/sq mi (0.7/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White.

There were 54 households, out of which 48.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 88.9% were married couples living together, and 9.3% were non-families. 9.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.80 and the average family size was 4.08.

In the township the population was spread out, with 39.5% under the age of 18, 8.8% from 18 to 24, 22.4% from 25 to 44, 19.0% from 45 to 64, and 10.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 26 years. For every 100 females, there were 89.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 103.3 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $25,833, and the median income for a family was $24,750. Males had a median income of $25,625 versus $23,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $7,826. About 36.4% of families and 43.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 50.6% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.


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Johnson, Minnesota

Johnson is a city in Big Stone County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 24 at the 2020 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.310 sqmi, all land.

Minnesota State Highway 28 serves as a main route in the community.

2010 census
As of the 2010 census, there were 29 people, 15 households, and 9 families living in the city. The population density was 96.7 PD/sqmi. There were 17 housing units at an average density of 56.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.4% of the population.

There were 15 households, of which 13.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.0% were married couples living together, and 40.0% were non-families. 33.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.93 and the average family size was 2.44.

The median age in the city was 57.3 years. 13.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 0.0% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 13.7% were from 25 to 44; 55.1% were from 45 to 64; and 17.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 44.8% male and 55.2% female.

2000 census
As of the 2000 census, there were 32 people, 16 households, and 9 families living in the city. The population density was 103.7 PD/sqmi. There were 16 housing units at an average density of 51.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.00% White.

There were 16 households, out of which 18.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.0% were married couples living together, 6.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 43.8% were non-families. 37.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.00 and the average family size was 2.67.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 9.4% under the age of 18, 9.4% from 18 to 24, 15.6% from 25 to 44, 53.1% from 45 to 64, and 12.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 49 years. For every 100 females, there were 146.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 141.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $38,125, and the median income for a family was $39,375. Males had a median income of $28,750 versus $9,375 for females. The per capita income for the city was $20,759. There were no families and 5.4% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.

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Malta Township, Big Stone County, Minnesota

Malta Township is a township in Big Stone County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 90 at the 2000 census.

History
Malta Township was organized in 1880. It was named directly or indirectly after the island of Malta.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 37.2 square miles (96.2 km$2$), of which 36.3 square miles (94.0 km$2$) is land and 0.9 square miles (2.2 km$2$) (2.31%) is water.

Lakes

 * Lone Tree Lake (east three-quarters)

Adjacent townships

 * Moonshine Township (north)
 * Baker Township, Stevens County (northeast)
 * Stevens Township, Stevens County (east)
 * Artichoke Township (southeast)
 * Otrey Township (south)
 * Big Stone Township (southwest)
 * Almond Township (west)
 * Graceville Township (northwest)

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 90 people, 29 households, and 24 families residing in the township. The population density was 2.5 people per square mile (1.0/km$2$). There were 33 housing units at an average density of 0.9/sq mi (0.4/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White.

There were 29 households, out of which 51.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 79.3% were married couples living together, and 13.8% were non-families. 10.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.10 and the average family size was 3.40.

In the township the population was spread out, with 40.0% under the age of 18, 3.3% from 18 to 24, 31.1% from 25 to 44, 14.4% from 45 to 64, and 11.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 125.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $43,750, and the median income for a family was $46,000. Males had a median income of $22,500 versus $21,875 for females. The per capita income for the township was $11,949. There were 2.2% of the population living below the poverty line; within this group there were no families, no under eighteens and none over 64.


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Moonshine Township, Big Stone County, Minnesota

Moonshine Township is a township in Big Stone County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 150 as of the 2000 census. Moonshine Township took its name from Moonshine Lake, a lake which was so named on a night when the Moon shone brightly.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 37.6 square miles (97.3 km$2$), of which 37.5 square miles (97.2 km$2$) is land and 0.04 square miles (0.1 km$2$) (0.08%) is water.

Cities, towns, villages

 * Johnson

Major highway

 * [[Image:MN-28.svg|25px]] Minnesota State Highway 28

Lakes

 * Moonshine Lake

Adjacent townships

 * Leonardsville Township, Traverse County (north)
 * Everglade Township, Stevens County (northeast)
 * Baker Township, Stevens County (east)
 * Malta Township (south)
 * Almond Township (southwest)
 * Graceville Township (west)

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 150 people, 55 households, and 43 families residing in the township. The population density was 4.0 people per square mile (1.5/km$2$). There were 58 housing units at an average density of 1.5/sq mi (0.6/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 92.67% White, 2.67% Native American and 4.67% Asian.

There were 55 households, out of which 34.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.1% were married couples living together, 3.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.8% were non-families. 20.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.73 and the average family size was 3.07.

In the township the population was spread out, with 26.7% under the age of 18, 3.3% from 18 to 24, 24.7% from 25 to 44, 29.3% from 45 to 64, and 16.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 127.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 124.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $37,500, and the median income for a family was $39,688. Males had a median income of $26,563 versus $11,875 for females. The per capita income for the township was $15,313. There were 3.6% of families and 10.9% of the population living below the poverty line, including 13.5% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.


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Odessa, Minnesota

Odessa is a city in Big Stone County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 103 at the 2020 census.

History
Odessa was platted in 1879 when the railroad was extended to that point. It was named after Odesa, Ukraine.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.499 sqmi, all land.

U.S. Route 75 and Minnesota State Highway 7 (co-signed) serves as a main route in the community.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 135 people, 58 households, and 39 families living in the city. The population density was 180.0 PD/sqmi. There were 68 housing units at an average density of 90.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100.0% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.0% of the population.

There were 58 households, of which 20.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.9% were married couples living together, 5.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 32.8% were non-families. 24.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.33 and the average family size was 2.79.

The median age in the city was 48.1 years. 18.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.1% were from 25 to 44; 31.1% were from 45 to 64; and 22.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 54.8% male and 45.2% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 113 people, 55 households, and 34 families living in the city. The population density was 149.4 PD/sqmi. There were 66 housing units at an average density of 87.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 100% White.

There were 55 households, out of which 14.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.5% were married couples living together, 5.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.4% were non-families. 32.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.05 and the average family size was 2.57.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 12.4% under the age of 18, 6.2% from 18 to 24, 22.1% from 25 to 44, 32.7% from 45 to 64, and 26.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 50 years. For every 100 females, there were 101.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 98.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $23,125, and the median income for a family was $28,750. Males had a median income of $21,250 versus $25,625 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,905. There were 11.4% of families and 11.0% of the population living below the poverty line, including 20.0% of under eighteens and 6.8% of those over 64.

Education
It is in the Ortonville School District.

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Odessa Township, Big Stone County, Minnesota

Odessa Township is a township in Big Stone County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 147 as of the 2000 census. Odessa Township was named after Odesa, Ukraine.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.3 square miles (94.1 km$2$), of which 35.5 square miles (92.1 km$2$) is land and 0.8 square miles (2.0 km$2$) (2.12%) is water.

The city of Odessa is entirely within this township geographically but is a separate entity.

Major highways

 * [[Image:US 12.svg|25px]] U.S. Route 12
 * [[Image:US 75.svg|25px]] U.S. Route 75
 * [[Image:MN-7.svg|25px]] Minnesota State Highway 7

Lakes

 * Horseshoe Lake
 * Long Tom Lake (vast majority)
 * Peterson Lake

Adjacent townships

 * Otrey Township (north)
 * Artichoke Township (northeast)
 * Akron Township (east)
 * Lake Shore Township, Lac qui Parle County (southeast)
 * Agassiz Township, Lac qui Parle County (south)
 * Yellow Bank Township, Lac qui Parle County (southwest)
 * Ortonville Township (west)
 * Big Stone Township (northwest)

Cemeteries
The township contains these three cemeteries: Odessa Immanuel Lutheran, Odessa Trinity Lutheran and Rest.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 147 people, 61 households, and 48 families residing in the township. The population density was 4.1 people per square mile (1.6/km$2$). There were 78 housing units at an average density of 2.2/sq mi (0.8/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.68% of the population.

There were 61 households, out of which 26.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 77.0% were married couples living together, and 21.3% were non-families. 19.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.41 and the average family size was 2.77.

In the township the population was spread out, with 21.8% under the age of 18, 4.1% from 18 to 24, 27.2% from 25 to 44, 23.8% from 45 to 64, and 23.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 107.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 105.4 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $36,429, and the median income for a family was $38,333. Males had a median income of $32,188 versus $20,500 for females. The per capita income for the township was $17,174. There were none of the families and 2.6% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.


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Ortonville Township, Big Stone County, Minnesota

Ortonville Township is a township in Big Stone County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 2,011 as of the 2010 census.

History
The first white settlement at Ortonville Township was made in the early 1870s. It was named for Cornelius Knute Orton, an early settler.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 48.3 sqkm, of which 45.5 sqkm is land and 2.8 sqkm, or 5.73%, is water.

Cities, towns, villages

 * Ortonville (vast majority)

Unincorporated towns
(This list is based on USGS data and may include former settlements.)
 * Cashtown at 45.29858°N, -96.43922°W

Major highways

 * [[Image:US 12.svg|25px]] U.S. Route 12
 * [[Image:US 75.svg|25px]] U.S. Route 75
 * [[Image:MN-7.svg|25px]] Minnesota State Highway 7

Lakes

 * Big Stone Lake (east edge)
 * Lindgren Lake
 * Munnwyler Lake
 * Walter Lake

Adjacent townships

 * Big Stone Township (north)
 * Otrey Township (northeast)
 * Odessa Township (east)
 * Yellow Bank Township, Lac qui Parle County (south)

Cemeteries
The township contains Mound Cemetery.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,287 people, 977 households, and 635 families residing in the township. The population density was 131.1 PD/sqmi. There were 1,189 housing units at an average density of 68.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the township was 97.77% White, 0.39% African American, 0.83% Native American, 0.09% Asian, 0.31% from other races, and 0.61% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.57% of the population.

There were 977 households, out of which 28.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.7% were married couples living together, 7.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.0% were non-families. 33.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.26 and the average family size was 2.87.

In the township the population was spread out, with 23.8% under the age of 18, 5.1% from 18 to 24, 20.1% from 25 to 44, 24.8% from 45 to 64, and 26.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 85.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 81.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $30,000, and the median income for a family was $38,486. Males had a median income of $30,250 versus $20,101 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,873. About 6.8% of families and 9.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.2% of those under age 18 and 9.1% of those age 65 or over.


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Otrey Township, Big Stone County, Minnesota

Otrey Township is a township in Big Stone County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 104 as of the 2000 census.

History
Otrey Township was organized in 1880. It was named for brothers Thomas and William Otrey, early settlers.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 37.1 square miles (96.2 km$2$), of which 34.1 square miles (88.3 km$2$) is land and 3.0 square miles (7.9 km$2$) (8.21%) is water.

Lakes

 * Bentsen Lake (east half)
 * Long Tom Lake (northeast edge)
 * Olson Lake
 * Otrey Lake

Adjacent townships

 * Malta Township (north)
 * Stevens Township, Stevens County (northeast)
 * Artichoke Township (east)
 * Odessa Township (south)
 * Ortonville Township (southwest)
 * Big Stone Township (west)
 * Almond Township (northwest)

Cemeteries
The township contains these three cemeteries: Eids, Eidskog and Maple.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 104 people, 35 households, and 29 families residing in the township. The population density was 3.1 people per square mile (1.2/km$2$). There were 42 housing units at an average density of 1.2/sq mi (0.5/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 100.00% White.

There were 35 households, out of which 40.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 80.0% were married couples living together, and 17.1% were non-families. 14.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.97 and the average family size was 3.31.

In the township the population was spread out, with 31.7% under the age of 18, 5.8% from 18 to 24, 22.1% from 25 to 44, 24.0% from 45 to 64, and 16.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 121.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 115.2 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $32,143, and the median income for a family was $31,667. Males had a median income of $26,250 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the township was $11,589. There were no families and 3.7% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and none of those over 64.

History of Otrey Township As Told By Nellie Otrey McLane 1873-1958

William Otrey was born in Somerset, England, coming to America when he was four years old. He and his brother Thomas enlisted in the army during the Civil War. After the war, they took their mustering out pay coming to Chicago where they invested in trappers outfits. Setting out from there they trapped their way to Kandiyohi where they spent the winter with an English family named Hart trapping and working for their board.

They arrived in Big Stone County just two days after the Ole Bolsta family and found a location to their liking on the shores of the lake that still bears their name. Long Tom Lake was named by William for his brother, Tom. They continued their trapping operations very successfully taking their furs to the Green Leaf store east of Litchfield, MN for it was there they received the best prices. Their supplies were also hauled from this store.

The next year Mrs. Otrey came to live here. Mr. Otrey helped new settlers set traps and taught them the ways of living on the prairie. Some said that had it not been for Mr. Otrey they might have starved.

A group of friendly God-fearing Indians lived in the grove near the Otreys during the winters. They were peaceful and good neighbors. Once they invited the white family to one of their services. It was not customary for them to invite white people to take part in their activities, but they spoke of Mr. Otrey as God's man and asked him to sing for them. He was glad to comply and sang the hymn “O Happy Day.”

The Otreys were not particularly anxious that the township be named for them. At first it was called Trenton because one of the settlers had come from a town named Trenton. However, William Campbell felt that it should be named for the Otreys because they had settled their first and it was through his efforts that the name was changed.


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Prior Township, Big Stone County, Minnesota

Prior Township is a township in Big Stone County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 223 as of the 2000 census.

History
Prior Township was organized in 1879. It was named for Charles H. Prior, a railroad official.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 47.9 square miles (124.1 km$2$), of which 44.5 square miles (115.3 km$2$) is land and 3.4 square miles (8.8 km$2$) (7.08%) is water.

Major highway

 * [[Image:MN-7.svg|25px]] Minnesota State Highway 7

Lakes

 * Big Stone Lake (east quarter)

Adjacent townships

 * Toqua Township (north)
 * Graceville Township (northeast)
 * Almond Township (east)
 * Big Stone Township (southeast)
 * Foster Township (west)
 * Browns Valley Township (northwest)

Cemeteries
The township contains these five cemeteries: Bailey, Elim, Lakeside, Mills and West Saint Paul.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 223 people, 79 households, and 62 families residing in the township. The population density was 5.0 people per square mile (1.9/km$2$). There were 265 housing units at an average density of 6.0/sq mi (2.3/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 95.96% White, 3.59% Asian, and 0.45% from two or more races.

There were 79 households, out of which 32.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 73.4% were married couples living together, 1.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 20.3% were non-families. 17.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.82 and the average family size was 3.21.

In the township the population was spread out, with 26.5% under the age of 18, 5.8% from 18 to 24, 20.6% from 25 to 44, 28.7% from 45 to 64, and 18.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 118.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.6 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $31,667, and the median income for a family was $32,500. Males had a median income of $26,250 versus $15,833 for females. The per capita income for the township was $11,741. About 11.1% of families and 21.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 37.7% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.


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Toqua Township, Big Stone County, Minnesota

Toqua Township is a township in Big Stone County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 87 as of the 2000 census.

History
Toqua Township was organized in 1880. It took its name from the nearby Toqua lakes.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.1 square miles (90.9 km$2$), of which 33.8 square miles (87.4 km$2$) is land and 1.4 square miles (3.5 km$2$) (3.85%) is water.

The city of Barry is entirely within this township geographically but is a separate entity.

Major highway

 * [[Image:MN-28.svg|25px]] Minnesota State Highway 28

Lakes

 * Barry Lake
 * Clear Lake
 * Fogarty Lake

Adjacent townships

 * Parnell Township, Traverse County (north)
 * Tara Township, Traverse County (northeast)
 * Graceville Township (east)
 * Almond Township (southeast)
 * Prior Township (south)
 * Foster Township (southwest)
 * Browns Valley Township (west)

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 87 people, 29 households, and 22 families residing in the township. The population density was 2.6 people per square mile (1.0/km$2$). There were 32 housing units at an average density of 0.9/sq mi (0.4/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.85% White, and 1.15% from two or more races.

There were 29 households, out of which 41.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.6% were married couples living together, 10.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 20.7% were non-families. 20.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.00 and the average family size was 3.52.

In the township the population was spread out, with 35.6% under the age of 18, 3.4% from 18 to 24, 21.8% from 25 to 44, 19.5% from 45 to 64, and 19.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.4 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $38,333, and the median income for a family was $53,750. Males had a median income of $45,625 versus $28,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,155. There were 10.5% of families and 17.9% of the population living below the poverty line, including 21.9% of under eighteens and 16.7% of those over 64.


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Amboy, Minnesota

Amboy is a city in Blue Earth County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 535 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Mankato-North Mankato Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city was founded in 1879. It celebrated its 125th anniversary in September 2004.

History
Shelby Township was organized in 1858, the year Minnesota achieved statehood. The township's main inducement to settlement was its rich prairie loam, rendered still more attractive by the availability of wood lots along the Blue Earth River. By 1860, Shelby Township was the most populous in Blue Earth County. In addition to its 315 residents, it also sustained a small but thriving village known as Shelbyville, located in Section 35, about two miles south of modern Amboy. In the early 1860s Shelbyville hosted the county fair. The town included a hotel, church, schoolhouse, mill, two stores, a blacksmith shop, a wagon shop, and a post office.

By 1875, Shelby Township was a relatively mature agricultural area, well known for grains and livestock. At that time, the township's population was 800, and it remained at approximately the same level for the next thirty years. Despite such overall stability, there were some significant population shifts within the township itself.

The main catalyst for change was the St. Paul and Sioux City Railway (later a part of the Omaha Road), which in 1879 built a north-south branch line through Blue Earth County. In several townships along the proposed route, residents offered the railroad financial incentives to locate a depot in their vicinity including donated land and a red cow with a broken horn. For reasons that are not completely clear, the citizens of Shelbyville declined to do so. On September 2, 1879, they voted down a proposition to give the railroad a $10,000 grant. A week earlier, however, a group of farmers residing two miles north of Shelbyville had made the railroad an offer of their own.

The farmers' proposal, which was accepted, was to buy forty acres of land for the railroad, if the railroad would lay out town lots, build a depot, and build a grain elevator. The town, named Amboy, was laid out in October 1879. This triggered the death of Shelbyville, which was deserted within three years, the buildings having been moved to other locations. Incorporating as a city in 1887, Amboy had more than 400 inhabitants by the turn of the century.

Geography
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.31 sqmi, all land.

U.S. Route 169 and Minnesota State Highway 30 are two of the main routes in the community.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 534 people, 232 households, and 157 families residing in the city. The population density was 1722.6 PD/sqmi. There were 260 housing units at an average density of 838.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.8% White, 1.3% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 1.1% from other races, and 0.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.1% of the population.

There were 232 households, of which 26.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.2% were married couples living together, 8.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 32.3% were non-families. 28.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.30 and the average family size was 2.78.

The median age in the city was 41.7 years. 21.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23% were from 25 to 44; 28.4% were from 45 to 64; and 18.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.7% male and 49.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 575 people, 242 households, and 161 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,838.9 PD/sqmi. There were 268 housing units at an average density of 857.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.43% White, 0.17% Asian, and 1.39% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.39% of the population.

There were 242 households, out of which 33.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.9% were married couples living together, 5.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.1% were non-families. 30.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.38 and the average family size was 2.98.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.0% under the age of 18, 6.1% from 18 to 24, 25.0% from 25 to 44, 23.0% from 45 to 64, and 19.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $35,595, and the median income for a family was $39,844. Males had a median income of $31,667 versus $20,833 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,658. About 8.3% of families and 13.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 21.8% of those under age 18 and 12.8% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Maple River West Middle School is located in Amboy. As the name implies it was a middle school, which serviced 6th, 7th, and 8th graders. In the spring of 2009, the board members of The Maple River School District, Independent School District #2135, voted in favor of closing the Amboy middle school and reorganizing the student body in an effort to cut costs. Elementary students of Amboy normally go to schools in Minnesota Lake or Mankato, while middle or high school students usually attend schools in Mapleton, Lake Crystal or Mankato.

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Beauford Township, Blue Earth County, Minnesota

Beauford Township is a township in Blue Earth County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 442 as of the 2000 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has an area of 35.9 sqmi, of which 35.5 sqmi is land and 0.3 sqmi (0.86%) is water.

Unincorporated community

 * Beauford at 44.00747°N, -93.95856°W

Major highway

 * [[Image:MN-22.svg|20px]] Minnesota State Highway 22

Lake

 * Perch Lake (western three-quarters)

Adjacent townships

 * Decoria Township (north)
 * McPherson Township (northeast)
 * Medo Township (east)
 * Danville Township (southeast)
 * Mapleton Township (south)
 * Sterling Township (southwest)
 * Lyra Township (west)
 * Rapidan Township (northwest)

Cemeteries
The township includes the following cemeteries: Beauford and Oak Hill.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, the township had 442 people, 159 households, and 123 families. The population density was 12.4 people per square mile (4.8/km$2$). There were 163 housing units at an average density of 4.6/sq mi (1.8/km$2$). The township's racial makeup was 98.64% White, 0.68% Asian, 0.23% from other races, and 0.45% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.90% of the population.

There were 159 households, of which 36.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 67.3% were married couples living together, 5.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.6% were non-families. 17.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.78 and the average family size was 3.15.

29.0% of the township's residents were under age 18, 7.5% were from age 18 to 24, 28.5% were from age 25 to 44, 20.1% were from age 45 to 64, and 14.9% were age 65 or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 104.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.9 males.

The township's median household income was $43,542, and the median family income was $47,656. Males had a median income of $33,333 versus $27,500 for females. The township's per capita income was $18,029. About 4.7% of families and 5.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.5% of those under age 18 and 10.7% of those age 65 or over.


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Butternut Valley Township, Blue Earth County, Minnesota

Butternut Valley Township is a township in Blue Earth County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 382 as of the 2000 census.

History
Butternut Valley Township was organized in 1858, and named after Butternuts, New York, the former home of an early settler.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.0 sqmi, of which 35.4 sqmi is land and 0.6 sqmi (1.80%) is water.

Unincorporated community

 * Butternut at 44.13774°N, -94.32913°W

Major highway

 * [[Image:MN-68.svg|20px]] Minnesota State Highway 68

Lakes

 * Armstrong Lake
 * Lieberg Lake
 * Strom Lake

Adjacent townships

 * Cambria Township (north)
 * Judson Township (east)
 * Garden City Township (southeast)
 * Lincoln Township (south)
 * Madelia Township, Watonwan County (southwest)
 * Linden Township, Brown County (west)

Cemetery
The township includes Our Saviors Cemetery.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 382 people, 133 households, and 111 families residing in the township. The population density was 10.8 people per square mile (4.2/km$2$). There were 135 housing units at an average density of 3.8/sq mi (1.5/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 97.91% White, 1.83% African American and 0.26% Asian.

There were 133 households, out of which 41.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 75.2% were married couples living together, 1.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.5% were non-families. 13.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.87 and the average family size was 3.13.

In the township the population was spread out, with 28.0% under the age of 18, 6.8% from 18 to 24, 28.8% from 25 to 44, 22.8% from 45 to 64, and 13.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 131.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 116.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $41,136, and the median income for a family was $42,045. Males had a median income of $29,615 versus $17,273 for females. The per capita income for the township was $16,797. About 4.4% of families and 8.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.0% of those under age 18 and 7.5% of those age 65 or over.


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Cambria Township, Blue Earth County, Minnesota

Cambria Township is a township in Blue Earth County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 271 as of the 2000 census.

History
Cambria Township was organized in 1867. This township was named from Cambria, the Latin name of Wales.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 19.7 sqmi, of which 19.7 sqmi is land and 0.04 sqmi (0.20%) is water. The Minnesota River flows along the township's northern boundary; its tributary the Little Cottonwood River flows through the northwestern part of the township to its confluence with the Minnesota.

Unincorporated community

 * Cambria at 44.23858°N, -94.31441°W

Major highway

 * [[Image:MN-68.svg|20px]] Minnesota State Highway 68

Adjacent townships

 * Courtland Township, Nicollet County (north)
 * Nicollet Township, Nicollet County (east)
 * Judson Township (southeast)
 * Butternut Valley Township (south)
 * Linden Township, Brown County (southwest)
 * Cottonwood Township, Brown County (west)

Cemetery
The township includes Cambria Cemetery.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 271 people, 107 households, and 80 families residing in the township. The population density was 13.8 people per square mile (5.3/km$2$). There were 115 housing units at an average density of 5.8/sq mi (2.3/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.15% White, 0.74% Asian, 0.37% from other races, and 0.74% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.37% of the population.

There were 107 households, out of which 32.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 64.5% were married couples living together, 9.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.2% were non-families. 21.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.53 and the average family size was 2.94.

In the township the population was spread out, with 27.3% under the age of 18, 6.6% from 18 to 24, 26.9% from 25 to 44, 28.8% from 45 to 64, and 10.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 99.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 99.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $40,625, and the median income for a family was $50,469. Males had a median income of $35,104 versus $23,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $21,900. None of the families and 1.3% of the population were living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 11.1% of those over 64.


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Ceresco Township, Blue Earth County, Minnesota

Ceresco Township is a township in Blue Earth County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 255 as of the 2000 census.

History
Ceresco Township was organized in 1858, and named after Ceresco, Wisconsin, the former hometown of an early settler.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.9 sqmi, of which 35.8 sqmi is land and 0.1 sqmi (0.22%) is water.

Lake
Named for John Porter and his cousin Miles Porter who settled on the eastern and northern shore of this lake in 1857, the surface area of this lake is approximately 25 acre and has a surface elevation of approximately 989 ft above mean sea level.
 * Porter Lake

Adjacent townships

 * Lincoln Township (north)
 * Garden City Township (northeast)
 * Vernon Center Township (east)
 * Shelby Township (southeast)
 * Pleasant Mound Township (south)
 * Antrim Township, Watonwan County (southwest)
 * Fieldon Township, Watonwan County (west)

Cemeteries
The township includes the following cemeteries: North Saint Johns and Ohio.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 255 people, 94 households, and 76 families residing in the township. The population density was 7.1 people per square mile (2.7/km$2$). There were 102 housing units at an average density of 2.8/sq mi (1.1/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 99.61% White and 0.39% Native American.

There were 94 households, out of which 33.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.2% were married couples living together, 4.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 18.1% were non-families. 18.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.71 and the average family size was 3.08.

In the township the population was spread out, with 27.1% under the age of 18, 9.4% from 18 to 24, 16.1% from 25 to 44, 29.4% from 45 to 64, and 18.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 105.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 106.7 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $38,750, and the median income for a family was $45,104. Males had a median income of $27,500 versus $25,750 for females. The per capita income for the township was $15,412. About 5.8% of families and 7.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.1% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.


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Danville Township, Blue Earth County, Minnesota

Danville Township is a township in Blue Earth County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 262 as of the 2000 census.

History
Danville Township was established in 1858, and named after Danville, Vermont, the former hometown of an early settler.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.1 sqmi, of which 35.8 sqmi is land and 0.3 sqmi (0.72%) is water.

The city of Minnesota Lake is entirely within the township geographically but is a separate entity.

Major highways

 * [[Image:MN-22.svg|20px]] Minnesota State Highway 22
 * [[Image:MN-30.svg|20px]] Minnesota State Highway 30

Lakes

 * Knights Lake (east half)
 * Kremer Lake
 * Minnesota Lake

Adjacent townships

 * Medo Township (north)
 * Freedom Township, Waseca County (northeast)
 * Vivian Township, Waseca County (east)
 * Dunbar Township, Faribault County (southeast)
 * Minnesota Lake Township, Faribault County (south)
 * Lura Township, Faribault County (southwest)
 * Mapleton Township (west)
 * Beauford Township (northwest)

Cemeteries
The township includes the following cemeteries: Catholic, Danville, Oak Grove, Peace, Saint John and Saint John's.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 262 people, 95 households, and 77 families residing in the township. The population density was 7.3 people per square mile (2.8/km$2$). There were 102 housing units at an average density of 2.8/sq mi (1.1/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.85% White, 0.38% from other races, and 0.76% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.38% of the population.

There were 95 households, out of which 33.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 73.7% were married couples living together, 4.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 18.9% were non-families. 17.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.76 and the average family size was 3.12.

In the township the population was spread out, with 24.4% under the age of 18, 7.6% from 18 to 24, 22.9% from 25 to 44, 31.7% from 45 to 64, and 13.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 113.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 122.5 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $41,250, and the median income for a family was $47,083. Males had a median income of $28,750 versus $18,542 for females. The per capita income for the township was $21,527. About 9.6% of families and 12.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.7% of those under the age of eighteen and none of those 65 or over.


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Decoria Township, Blue Earth County, Minnesota

Decoria Township is a township in Blue Earth County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,104 as of the 2010 census.

History
Decoria Township, organized in 1867, was named for a Winnebago chieftain.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 92.94 km2, of which 92.89 sqkm is land and 0.04 sqkm, or 0.05%, is water.

Major highway

 * [[Image:MN-22.svg|20px]] Minnesota State Highway 22

Adjacent townships

 * Mankato Township (north)
 * Le Ray Township (northeast)
 * McPherson Township (east)
 * Medo Township (southeast)
 * Beauford Township (south)
 * Lyra Township (southwest)
 * Rapidan Township (west)

Cemeteries
The township includes Decoria Cemetery.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, the township had 922 people, 329 households, and 273 families. The population density was 25.7 people per square mile (9.9/km$2$). There were 340 housing units at an average density of 9.5/sq mi (3.7/km$2$). The township's racial makeup was 99.57% White, 0.11% Asian, 0.11% Pacific Islander, 0.11% from other races, and 0.11% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.98% of the population.

There were 329 households, of which 38.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 76.0% were married couples living together, 4.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 17.0% were non-families. 11.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.80 and the average family size was 3.06.

27.3% of the township's residents were under age 18, 6.2% were from age 18 to 24, 29.3% were from age 25 to 44, 25.8% were from age 45 to 64, and 11.4% were age 65 or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 110.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 106.8 males.

The township's median household income was $52,639, and the median family income was $58,250. Males had a median income of $39,464 versus $22,500 for females. The township's per capita income was $20,996. About 3.0% of families and 2.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 0.8% of those under age 18 and 7.0% of those age 65 or over.


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Eagle Lake, Minnesota

Eagle Lake is in Blue Earth County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 3,278 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Mankato-North Mankato Metropolitan Statistical Area.

U.S. Route 14 and Minnesota State Highway 60 are two of the main arterial routes in the community.

History
A post office was established in the area in 1870 and the village created was named Spier. It was not until 1873 the name changed to Eagle Lake. The townsite was platted in 1872. It was named after nearby Eagle Lake. A post office has been in operation in Eagle Lake since 1873.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has an area of 1.61 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 2,422 people, 887 households, and 650 families living in the city. The population density was 1504.3 PD/sqmi. There were 931 housing units at an average density of 578.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.5% White, 1.4% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.8% Asian, 0.6% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.8% of the population.

There were 887 households, of which 41.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.5% were married couples living together, 8.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 26.7% were non-families. 18.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.2% had someone living alone who was 65 or older. The average household size was 2.73 and the average family size was 3.13.

The median age in the city was 31.7. 28.7% of residents were under 18; 8.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 32.4% were from 25 to 44; 23.7% were from 45 to 64; and 6.6% were 65 or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.5% male and 49.5% female.

2000 census
As of the 2000 census, there were 1,787 people, 651 households, and 481 families living in the city. The population density was 1,485.0 PD/sqmi. There were 663 housing units at an average density of 551.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.98% White, 0.67% African American, 0.22% Native American, 0.56% Asian, 0.50% from other races, and 1.06% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.40% of the population.

There were 651 households, of which 45.9% had children under 18 living with them, 58.1% were married couples living together, 11.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.0% were non-families. 19.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.2% had someone living alone who was 65 or older. The average household size was 2.75 and the average family size was 3.17.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 31.8% under 18, 9.6% from 18 to 24, 35.1% from 25 to 44, 19.0% from 45 to 64, and 4.5% who were 65 or older. The median age was 30. For every 100 females, there were 104.7 males. For every 100 females 18 and over, there were 96.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $46,413, and the median income for a family was $54,167. Males had a median income of $33,313 versus $23,520 for females. The per capita income was $17,574. About 5.1% of families and 6.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.1% of those under 18 and 7.7% of those 65 or older.

Eagle Lake Tator Days
Every third weekend of July, Eagle Lake celebrates Tator Days. Events usually include a Miss Eagle Lake queen coronation on Thursday, a grand parade Saturday afternoon and a fundraising breakfast Sunday morning. The American Legion gives free french fries to those sporting Tator Days raffle buttons.

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Garden City Township, Blue Earth County, Minnesota

Garden City Township is a township in Blue Earth County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 700 as of the 2000 census.

The unincorporated community of Garden City is located within Garden City Township. The township is home to the Blue Earth County Fair.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 34.9 sqmi, of which 33.1 sqmi is land and 1.8 sqmi (5.21%) is water.

The southeast three-quarters of the city of Lake Crystal is within Garden City Township geographically but is a separate entity.

Unincorporated community

 * Garden City

Major highways

 * [[Image:US 169 (MN).svg|20px]] U.S. Highway 169
 * [[Image:MN-60.svg|20px]] Minnesota State Highway 60

Lakes

 * Lake Crystal (south half)
 * Loon Lake
 * Mills Lake

Adjacent townships

 * Judson Township (north)
 * South Bend Township (northeast)
 * Rapidan Township (east)
 * Lyra Township (southeast)
 * Vernon Center Township (south)
 * Ceresco Township (southwest)
 * Lincoln Township (west)
 * Butternut Valley Township (northwest)

Cemeteries
The township includes Garden City Cemetery.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 700 people, 268 households, and 209 families residing in the township. The population density was 21.2 people per square mile (8.2/km$2$). There were 278 housing units at an average density of 8.4/sq mi (3.2/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.14% White, 0.29% Asian, 1.29% from other races, and 0.29% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.71% of the population.

There were 268 households, out of which 33.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.4% were married couples living together, 3.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.0% were non-families. 16.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.61 and the average family size was 2.92.

In the township the population was spread out, with 24.3% under the age of 18, 6.6% from 18 to 24, 28.3% from 25 to 44, 27.1% from 45 to 64, and 13.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 105.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 103.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $51,750, and the median income for a family was $54,896. Males had a median income of $36,250 versus $26,094 for females. The per capita income for the township was $20,191. About 0.9% of families and 2.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.1% of those under the age of 18 and 2.2% of those 65 and older.


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Good Thunder, Minnesota

Good Thunder is a city in Blue Earth County, Minnesota, United States, situated along the Maple River. The population was 560 at the 2020 census.

History
Originally, this area was a part of the Winnebago Reservation from 1855 to 1859. John Graham established a hotel in what is now the town in 1870. When the railroad arrived in Minnesota, the town began as an agricultural commerce center.

Good Thunder was platted in April 1871, and named for a Winnebago chief (who was also known as Wakuntchapinka). Chief Good Thunder was well known to the early white towns people, and he had converted to Christianity.

The town was incorporated on March 2, 1893.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.64 sqmi, all land.

Former State Highway 66; and County Roads 1 and 10 are three of the main routes in the community.

Demographics
Good Thunder is part of the Mankato–North Mankato Metropolitan Statistical Area.

2010 census
Someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.73 and the average family size was 3.21.

As of the census of 2010, there were 583 people, 227 households, and 155 families living in the city. The population density was 910.9 PD/sqmi. There were 242 housing units at an average density of 378.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.1% White, 1.4% African American, 0.2% Native American, and 0.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.0% of the population.

There were 227 households, of which 36.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.7% were married couples living together, 8.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.7% were non-families. 24.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.57 and the average family size was 3.09.

The median age in the city was 34 years. 27.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 29.7% were from 25 to 44; 24% were from 45 to 64; and 10.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.4% male and 50.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 592 people, 217 households, and 161 families living in the city. The population density was 945.7 PD/sqmi. There were 233 housing units at an average density of 372.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.64% White, 0.17% African American, 0.17% Native American, 0.34% Asian, and 1.69% from two or more races.

There were 217 households, out of which 43.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.6% were married couples living together, 8.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.8% were non-families. 24.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.0% had In the city, the population was spread out, with 32.8% under the age of 18, 8.8% from 18 to 24, 31.3% from 25 to 44, 16.4% from 45 to 64, and 10.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 31 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $42,500, and the median income for a family was $45,469. Males had a median income of $31,375 versus $21,146 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,524. About 12.4% of families and 13.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.7% of those under age 18 and 19.3% of those age 65 or over.

title: Good Thunder, Minnesota


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Jamestown Township, Blue Earth County, Minnesota

Jamestown Township is a township in Blue Earth County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 628 as of the 2000 census.

History
Jamestown Township was organized in 1858, and named after Jamestown, Virginia.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 17.5 sqmi, of which 15.3 sqmi is land and 2.2 sqmi (12.54%) is water.

The vast majority of the city of Madison Lake is within the township geographically but is a separate entity.

Major highway

 * [[Image:MN-60.svg|20px]] Minnesota State Highway 60

Lakes

 * Albert Lake
 * Ballantyne Lake
 * Duck Lake
 * Eagle Lake (east edge)
 * George Lake
 * Gilfillin Lake (northeast three-quarters)
 * Lake Washington
 * Long Lake
 * Madison Lake (northwest quarter)
 * Mud Lake

Adjacent townships

 * Washington Township, Le Sueur County (north)
 * Elysian Township, Le Sueur County (east)
 * Janesville Township, Waseca County (southeast)
 * Le Ray Township (south)
 * Mankato Township (southwest)
 * Lime Township (west)
 * Kasota Township, Le Sueur County (northwest)

Cemeteries
The township includes the following cemeteries: Calvary and Sugar Grove.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 628 people, 231 households, and 182 families residing in the township. The population density was 40.9 PD/sqmi. There were 354 housing units at an average density of 23.1/sq mi (8.9/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 99.68% White, and 0.32% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.64% of the population.

There were 231 households, out of which 34.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 72.7% were married couples living together, 3.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 21.2% were non-families. 17.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.72 and the average family size was 3.09.

In the township the population was spread out, with 26.3% under the age of 18, 6.5% from 18 to 24, 25.3% from 25 to 44, 30.4% from 45 to 64, and 11.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 103.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $56,875, and the median income for a family was $62,188. Males had a median income of $36,071 versus $27,353 for females. The per capita income for the township was $26,014. About 2.8% of families and 3.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.5% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.


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Judson Township, Blue Earth County, Minnesota

Judson Township is a township in Blue Earth County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 591 as of the 2000 census.

History
Judson Township was organized in 1858, and named for Adoniram Judson, an American missionary.

Notable people

 * Ronald G. Evans (1915-1992), businessman and Minnesota state legislator, was born in Judson Township
 * Richard E. Wigley (1918-1998), farmer and Minnesota state legislator, was born in Judson Township.

Geography
Public Land Survey System (PLSS) of the United States: Township 108 North, Range 28 West, Fifth Meridian, 23,193 Acres. According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 37.2 sqmi, of which 36.6 sqmi is land and 0.6 sqmi (1.61%) is water.

The north quarter of the city of Lake Crystal is within this township geographically but is a separate entity.

Unincorporated community

 * Judson at 44.19635°N, -94.19524°W

Major highways

 * [[Image:US 169 (MN).svg|20px]] U.S. Highway 169
 * [[Image:MN-60.svg|20px]] Minnesota State Highway 60
 * [[Image:MN-68.svg|20px]] Minnesota State Highway 68

Lakes

 * Horseshoe Lake
 * Lily Lake
 * Lake Crystal (north half)
 * Mcgibneys Lake
 * Mennenga Lake
 * Rush Lake (west half)

Adjacent townships

 * Nicollet Township, Nicollet County (north)
 * Belgrade Township, Nicollet County (northeast)
 * South Bend Township (east)
 * Rapidan Township (southeast)
 * Garden City Township (south)
 * Lincoln Township (southwest)
 * Butternut Valley Township (west)
 * Cambria Township (northwest)
 * Courtland Township, Nicollet County (northwest)

Cemeteries
The township includes the following cemeteries: Holy Family and Jerusalem.

Demographics
The 2000 census enumerated 591 people, 232 households, and 168 families residing in the township. The population density was 16.1 people per square mile (6.2/km$2$). There were 238 housing units at an average density of 6.5/sq mi (2.5/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 99.66% White and 0.34% Asian. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.17% of the population.

There were 232 households, out of which 32.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.4% were married couples living together, 3.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.2% were non-families. 21.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.53 and the average family size was 2.96.

In the township the population was spread out, with 23.2% under the age of 18, 7.3% from 18 to 24, 23.7% from 25 to 44, 30.3% from 45 to 64, and 15.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 105.4 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $46,071, and the median income for a family was $53,958. Males had a median income of $35,197 versus $21,176 for females. The per capita income for the township was $19,917. About 2.4% of families and 3.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 1.4% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.


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Lake Crystal, Minnesota

Lake Crystal is a city in Blue Earth County, Minnesota, United States, established in 1869. The population was 2,539 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Mankato-North Mankato Metropolitan Statistical Area.

First arrivals
In 1853, two families from small towns near Ithaca, New York, left their homes and traveled west. One was 32-year-old William Riley Robinson. In June 1854 Robinson and his companion Lucius O. Hunt traveled from Wisconsin to Blue Earth County. Robinson and Hunt arrived and came upon the three nearby lakes, Loon, Crystal, and Lily, and marveled at their beauty. They returned for their families and headed back to settle in the Lake Crystal area. The families were joined by two other men and their families, Calvin Webb and Samuel Thorne. Robinson and his family settled in a log cabin on the south shore of Crystal Lake, a few feet south of where the Robinson House is today. Hunt and his family settled in a log cabin on the south shore of Lily Lake, where Holy Family Catholic Church is now. Each man took plots of land one mile long and half a mile wide (the dividing line being modern-day Main Street), the deeds to which were signed by President James Buchanan. Webb settled in the Judson Township, while Thorne took a claim on Crystal Lake. During the Dakota War of 1862 the settlers escaped to the fort at Mankato. Eventually the Dakota uprising was subdued and the settlers returned and rebuilt their homes. Hunt built a brick house in 1869 that was torn down in the mid-1900s, where Holy Family Catholic Church is today. Robinson built his brick house in 1870, which still stands as a historical building on Robinson Street.

Town founding and 1800s
In June 1857, a town named Crystal Lake City was planned out on the southwest shore of Crystal Lake, but it failed to become reality. In October 1868, The Valley Railroad, later the Chicago, St. Paul, Minneapolis, & Omaha Railroad, was completed in the area. The railroad, after looking for potential locations, choose Lake Crystal for a new station. And so Lake Crystal began along the railroad, and was platted by Robinson and Hunt in 1869. The railroads' engineer, General Judson W. Bishop of Saint Paul, named the town after nearby Crystal Lake. A post office began operation in Lake Crystal in 1869. By December 1, 1869, the town had a grain elevator, hotel, schoolhouse, grocery, drugstore, hardware store, two general stores, harness shop, cooper shop, and a doctor's office. Lake Crystal was incorporated as a city on February 24, 1870. Its first newspaper, The People's Journal, started in March 1870. The period between 1870 and 1895 is generally known as the “Wheat Era”; most local farmers used nearly all their cropland for wheat. Lake Crystal's economy was adversely affected by the grasshopper invasion of 1873, when millions of grasshoppers devoured all the crops. The plague lasted until June 1877, when the grasshoppers fled. It took years to recover; only in 1882 were good quantities of wheat again marketed at the local grain elevator. In 1879, the Elmore railroad line was completed, with Lake Crystal as a junction between this line and the old main line. This rail line connected Lake Crystal to Garden City, Vernon Center, Amboy, Winnebago, Blue Earth, and Elmore. No fewer than 23 trains passed through town each day. In 1882, land was purchased from the railway for $100 and a new, two-story brick schoolhouse was built. This building was added onto in 1895 and 1905 and demolished in 1972. In 1885, a 16-man volunteer fire department was founded to combat several outbreaks of fire in the area. On September 20, 1887, a fire broke out at 3AM in the town's business block. A man was seen pouring gasoline throughout one of the buildings, then lighting it. Within a few hours the fire was under control; it was extinguished with the help of Mankato's Fire Department. This fire damaged and destroyed about seven buildings. Also in 1887, All Angels Episcopal Church was built on the corner of Main and Howard Streets; it was torn down in 1964. In 1890 the United Methodist Church was built on the corner of Humphrey and Crystal Streets. In 1893 the Lake Crystal Boat Club built a boat pavilion at modern-day Robinson Park. The Boat Club also launched a steamship, the New Era, which is believed to have sunk near the lake's south shore. Norwegian Lutherans built a church on the corner of Anna and Shepherd Streets in 1893, later renamed Zion Lutheran. In 1894, the Graif Brothers Flour Mill was built, which marketed flour to Iowa, Wisconsin, Illinois, and Glasgow, Scotland. By 1895 Lake Crystal had over 1,100 residents. In 1896, Catholics built their first church, on Humphrey Street. In 1898, space was made for a new electric light plant between the Graif Flour Mill main building and engine room. Power-line poles also arrived and were installed along 16 streets. Lake Crystal received electricity in December 1898. The Welsh Calvinistic Methodist Church was constructed in 1899 on the corner of Prince and Crystal Streets.

1900s
The Graif Brothers Flour Mill burned down in 1901 and was replaced in 1902 by the Lake Crystal Milling Company Plant, which was torn down in the late 1980s. The Lake Crystal First National Bank building was built in 1902 on Main Street, and held the bank until the 1920s. In 1905 the main railroad and depot in town was moved north to the south shore of Lily Lake, where the railroad resides today. In 1908, the first water tower was built, standing about 110 feet tall. It was torn down in 1995. On October 10, 1919, the Lake Crystal American Legion John W. Roth Post 294 was established by 15 Lake Crystal World War I veterans. Also in 1919, Main Street was paved and the sewer system was reconditioned. The Lake Crystal Tribune began publishing weekly in December 1921. In 1926 a new hospital was built on Main Street, run by Fred Franchere. Also in 1926, a new school addition was added. It was demolished in 2007. In 1937, the City Municipal Power Plant was built, and still provides power to the city today. On January 1, 1937, an accidental fire destroyed the Welsh Calvinistic Methodist Church. The present-day First Presbyterian Church was built in 1937 on the corner of Prince and Crystal Streets. The Minnesota Valley Gas Company began to serve the community in 1941. Trinity Lutheran Church was built in 1947 on the corner of Watonwan and Main Street. The present-day Holy Family Catholic Church was built in 1951, replacing the Humphrey Street Catholic church. In 1954, another school addition was built, which was demolished in 2007. Zion Lutheran Church moved to its present site on the corner of Robinson and Crystal Street in 1957. In 1959, the Crystal CO OP elevator was built. It had 2,200,000 bushel grain bins added to it in the late 1960s to early 1970s. Highway 60 was moved closer to the railroad and became a four-lane highway in 1968, replacing the old highway, also known as Lily Street. In 1970 a new post office was built on the corner of Prince and Main Street, which is still in use today. In 1971, an elementary school was built along County Road 9. In 1973 the Lake Crystal National Bank was moved from 101 South Main Street to a new building, which is now owned by MinnStar Bank. The city population reached 2,068 in 1978. In the 1970s, three historic buildings were demolished on south Main Street and replaced by the Lake Crystal Towers, a five-story apartment building built in 1978. A new City Hall was built in 1980 in Marston Park, and was added onto in 2017. In 1983, Crystal Valley built a new, two-bin, concrete grain elevator. It added three larger bins in 1985, and is still in use today. Also in 1983, the Baptists moved from their Humphrey Street church to their present one on Oakland Street. A new wastewater treatment plant opened along County Road 20 North in 1987. The Elmore Line was removed in the 1980s along with the many grain elevators along its path. A new Lake Crystal Fire Hall was built in 1988 on Hunt Street, replacing the Fire Hall at 101 North Main Street, which is now the police department. In 1995 a new water tower was built between Hunt and Lincoln Streets which was painted tan, and is still in use today. In the late 1990s to early 2000s, five historical buildings on Humphrey Street were demolished. In 1999 Crystal Gardens housing developments were constructed at the end of Blue Earth Street, which now houses 40 residences.

2000s
A public recreation center was built on the corner of south Main Street and 510th Avenue in 2000. It contains a public pool, gymnasium, walking track, and exercise room. In the early 2000s the Lily Lake Estates, Crystal Creek, and Nathan Street housing developments began, or were under construction. POET Biorefining built a new ethanol plant about two miles west of town along Highway 60 in 2004. In 2005, multiple houses were demolished near the intersection of Main Street and Highway 60 and replaced by Kevin's Market Grocery Store. In 2007 a new secondary school was built along 510th Avenue to replace the old school on Murphy Street. Crystal Seasons Senior Living Center was built on the lot that belonged to the old Lake Crystal high school in 2008, replacing the retirement home off Highway 60 on LaClaire Street, which was demolished. United Methodist Church sold its building, and built a new one on the corner of Main Street and 510th Avenue, renaming it Cornerstone UMC in 2015. In recent years the Crystal Waters Project has cleaned up the nearby lakes that have been contaminated over several years by nearby farming and sludging. On August 8, 2016, a storm severely damaged the 57-year-old Crystal CO OP Elevator, which was demolished within the following months. The watertower was repainted light blue in 2018.

Geography
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city has an area of 1.72 sqmi, all land. There are four lakes near the city: Crystal Lake, Lily Lake, Mills Lake, and Loon Lake. Crystal Lake is the largest and sits in the center of town, providing access to a fishing pier, public landings, and warm and cold water sports. Loon Lake has public and private landings and access to cold and warm water fishing. Lily Lake is the smallest, and is good for canoeing and kayaking.

Minnesota State Highway 60 serves as a main route in the city.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 2,549 people, 1,063 households, and 661 families living in the city. The population density was 1482.0 PD/sqmi. There were 1,143 housing units at an average density of 664.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.3% White, 0.8% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.2% from other races, and 0.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.

There were 1,063 households, of which 33.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.0% were married couples living together, 8.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 37.8% were non-families. 31.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.40 and the average family size was 3.03.

The median age in the city was 35.6. 26.8% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 27.9% were from 25 to 44; 25.2% were from 45 to 64; and 13.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.9% male and 52.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,420 people, 940 households, and 652 families living in the city. The population density was 1,361.3 PD/sqmi. There were 973 housing units at an average density of 547.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.98% White, 0.29% African American, 0.45% Native American, 0.29% Asian, 0.04% Pacific Islander, 0.45% from other races, and 0.50% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.74% of the population.

There were 940 households, out of which 34.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.8% were married couples living together, 8.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.6% were non-families. 26.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.52 and the average family size was 3.05.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.4% under the age of 18, 7.9% from 18 to 24, 28.3% from 25 to 44, 18.9% from 45 to 64, and 17.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35. For every 100 females, there were 97.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $39,912, and the median income for a family was $47,143. Males had a median income of $31,970 versus $21,548 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,454. About 4.5% of families and 5.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.8% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Notable people

 * Walter J. Croswell (1900-1991), farmer and Minnesota state legislator, lived on a farm in Lake Crystal
 * David Oppegaard, novelist (born 1979), was born in Lake Crystal.
 * Richard E. Wigley (1918-1998), farmer and Minnesota state legislator, lived on a farm in Lake Crystal.

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Le Ray Township, Blue Earth County, Minnesota

Le Ray Township is a township in Blue Earth County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 846 as of the 2000 census.

History
Le Ray Township was first settled in 1856 and was organized in 1860. At first it was named Lake Township, then was renamed Tivoli Township, but on September 5, 1860, it received its present name.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.1 sqmi, of which 32.5 sqmi is land and 2.5 sqmi (7.19%) is water.

The east half of the city of Eagle Lake is within the township geographically but is a separate entity.

Major highways

 * [[Image:US 14.svg|20px]] U.S. Highway 14
 * [[Image:MN-60.svg|20px]] Minnesota State Highway 60

Lakes

 * Alice Lake
 * Born Lake
 * Eagle Lake (east half)
 * Gilfillin Lake (south quarter)
 * Indian Lake
 * Madison Lake
 * Madison Lake (southwest three-quarters)
 * Mud Lake

Adjacent townships

 * Jamestown Township (north)
 * Elysian Township, Le Sueur County (northeast)
 * Janesville Township, Waseca County (east)
 * Alton Township, Waseca County (southeast)
 * McPherson Township (south)
 * Decoria Township (southwest)
 * Mankato Township (west)
 * Lime Township (northwest)

Cemeteries
The township includes Eagle Lake Cemetery.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 846 people, 295 households, and 235 families residing in the township. The population density was 26.0 PD/sqmi. There were 335 housing units at an average density of 10.3/sq mi (4.0/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 97.87% White, 1.06% Asian, 0.12% from other races, and 0.95% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.47% of the population.

There were 295 households, out of which 40.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 71.5% were married couples living together, 3.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 20.3% were non-families. 14.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.87 and the average family size was 3.23.

In the township the population was spread out, with 28.1% under the age of 18, 9.1% from 18 to 24, 29.0% from 25 to 44, 23.2% from 45 to 64, and 10.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 106.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $52,188, and the median income for a family was $57,639. Males had a median income of $33,750 versus $24,417 for females. The per capita income for the township was $19,848. About 2.2% of families and 3.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under age 18 and 13.2% of those age 65 or over.


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Lime Township, Blue Earth County, Minnesota

Lime Township is a township in Blue Earth County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,395 as of the 2010 census.

History
Lime Township was organized in 1858. It was named from the limestone found in the area.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has an area of 43.7 km2, of which 40.8 km2 is land and 2.8 km2, or 6.49%, is water.

The north quarter of the city of Mankato is within this township geographically but is a separate entity.

Unincorporated community

 * Benning at 44.2033°N, -93.99495°W

Major highways

 * [[Image:US 169 (MN).svg|20px]] U.S. Highway 169
 * [[Image:MN-22.svg|20px]] Minnesota State Highway 22

Lakes

 * Eagle Lake (west half)
 * Wita Lake

Adjacent townships

 * Kasota Township, Le Sueur County (north)
 * Jamestown Township (east)
 * Le Ray Township (southeast)
 * Mankato Township (south)
 * Belgrade Township, Nicollet County (west)

Cemeteries
The township includes the following cemeteries: Bochland and Pilgrims Rest.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, the township had 1,314 people, 498 households, and 379 families. The population density was 82.1 PD/sqmi. There were 511 housing units at an average density of 31.9 /sqmi. The township's racial makeup was 97.87% White, 0.23% African American, 0.38% Native American, 0.30% Asian, 0.68% from other races, and 0.53% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.29% of the population.

There were 498 households, of which 34.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.7% were married couples living together, 6.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.7% were non-families. 18.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.64 and the average family size was 2.97.

25.2% of the township's population was under the age of 18, 9.9% was from age 18 to 24, 27.0% was from age 25 to 44, 29.5% was from 45 to 64, and 8.4% was age 65 or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 105.2 males.

The township's median household income was $49,412, and the median family income was $57,250. Males had a median income of $35,625 versus $24,333 for females. The township's per capita income was $26,615. About 1.1% of families and 2.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.0% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.


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Lincoln Township, Blue Earth County, Minnesota

Lincoln Township is a township in Blue Earth County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 227 as of the 2000 census.

Lincoln Township was named in 1865 for Abraham Lincoln.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 36.0 sqmi, all land.

Unincorporated community

 * Perth at 44.07968°N, -94.35885°W

Major highway

 * [[Image:MN-60.svg|20px]] Minnesota State Highway 60

Adjacent townships

 * Butternut Valley Township (north)
 * Judson Township (northeast)
 * Garden City Township (east)
 * Vernon Center Township (southeast)
 * Ceresco Township (south)
 * Fieldon Township, Watonwan County (southwest)
 * Madelia Township, Watonwan County (west)

Cemeteries
The township includes the following cemeteries: Lincoln and North Lincoln.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 227 people, 90 households, and 66 families residing in the township. The population density was 6.3 people per square mile (2.4/km$2$). There were 94 housing units at an average density of 2.6/sq mi (1.0/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 99.12% White, 0.44% Asian, 0.44% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.44% of the population.

There were 90 households, out of which 28.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 67.8% were married couples living together, 3.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.6% were non-families. 24.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.52 and the average family size was 3.00.

In the township the population was spread out, with 26.9% under the age of 18, 2.6% from 18 to 24, 24.2% from 25 to 44, 25.1% from 45 to 64, and 21.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 110.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 110.1 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $43,125, and the median income for a family was $49,688. Males had a median income of $28,750 versus $23,500 for females. The per capita income for the township was $23,559. About 3.5% of families and 5.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen and 5.4% of those 65 or over.


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Lyra Township, Blue Earth County, Minnesota

Lyra Township is a township in Blue Earth County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 378 as of the 2000 census.

Lyra Township was organized in 1866.

Geography
Public Land Survey System (PLSS) of the United States: Township 106 North, Range 27 West, Fifth Meridian, 22,998 Acres. According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 35.4 square miles (91.7 km$2$), of which 35.4 square miles (91.7 km$2$) is land and 0.04 square miles (0.1 km$2$) (0.06%) is water.

The city of Good Thunder is entirely within the township geographically but is a separate entity.

Adjacent townships

 * Rapidan Township (north)
 * Decoria Township (northeast)
 * Beauford Township (east)
 * Mapleton Township (southeast)
 * Sterling Township (south)
 * Shelby Township (southwest)
 * Vernon Center Township (west)
 * Garden City Township (northwest)

Cemeteries
The township includes the following cemeteries: Calvary and Saint Johns.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 378 people, 138 households, and 104 families residing in the township. The population density was 10.7 people per square mile (4.1/km$2$). There were 145 housing units at an average density of 4.1/sq mi (1.6/km$2$). The racial makeup of the township was 98.94% White, 0.53% Asian, and 0.53% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.59% of the population.

There were 138 households, out of which 37.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 67.4% were married couples living together, 4.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.6% were non-families. 21.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.74 and the average family size was 3.23.

In the township the population was spread out, with 31.2% under the age of 18, 5.6% from 18 to 24, 24.6% from 25 to 44, 21.4% from 45 to 64, and 17.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.0 males.

The median income for a household in the township was $34,219, and the median income for a family was $40,000. Males had a median income of $29,063 versus $16,563 for females. The per capita income for the township was $14,795. About 6.4% of families and 8.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.6% of those under age 18 and 4.3% of those age 65 or over.


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Madison Lake, Minnesota

Madison Lake is a small city in Blue Earth County, Minnesota, United States. The city takes its name from nearby Madison Lake, and is located adjacent to the northwest shore of the lake. The population was 1,247 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Mankato-North Mankato Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History
The area that is now Madison Lake was originally called Barclay's addition. In 1881, this land was deeded to L.S. Barclay for the town and was shortly thereafter named Madison Lake. A post office called Madison Lake has been in operation since 1885. The town took its name from nearby Madison Lake, which was named for President James Madison. The Village was incorporated in 1892.

The Wisconsin, Minnesota and Pacific Railroad built westward from Red Wing, Minnesota, reaching Madison Lake by 1884 at a distance 78.4 miles. Mankato, a further 20 miles westward, was reached by 1887. The railroad line became part of the Chicago Great Western Railroad. This is now the route of the Cannon Valley Trail.

On Friday, December 23, 1910, four blocks of downtown Madison Lake were devastated by fire. The loss was estimated at $100,000 at the time.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.04 sqmi, of which 1.03 sqmi is land and 0.01 sqmi is water.

Minnesota State Highway 60 serves as a main route in the community. U.S. Route 14 is nearby.

Demographics
According to the most recent American Community Survey, the racial composition of Madison Lake was:

 * White: 94.57%
 * Two or more races: 2.77%
 * Black or African American: 2.25%
 * Asian: 0.41%
 * Native American: 0.00%
 * Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0.00%
 * Other race: 0.00%

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,017 people, 394 households, and 271 families living in the city. The population density was 987.4 PD/sqmi. There were 430 housing units at an average density of 417.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.7% White, 0.5% African American, 0.6% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.1% from other races, and 0.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.0% of the population.

There were 394 households, of which 37.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.0% were married couples living together, 11.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.2% were non-families. 22.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.58 and the average family size was 3.01.

The median age in the city was 33.3 years. 26.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 32.7% were from 25 to 44; 24.4% were from 45 to 64; and 8.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.0% male and 50.0% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 837 people, 319 households, and 223 families living in the city. A 2007 estimate shows the population has grown to 990. The population density was 1,794.4 PD/sqmi. There were 370 housing units at an average density of 793.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.21% White, 0.60% African American, 0.48% Native American, 0.36% Asian, and 0.36% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.27% of the population.

There were 319 households, out of which 38.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.5% were married couples living together, 10.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.8% were non-families. 21.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.62 and the average family size was 3.09.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 29.5% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 34.5% from 25 to 44, 19.1% from 45 to 64, and 9.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 32 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 98.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $84,659, and the median income for a family was $97,673. Males had a median income of $65,000 versus $44,938 for females. The per capita income for the city was $38,312. About 2.6% of families and 4.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.7% of those under age 18 and 7.3% of those age 65 or over.

Madison Lake Watershed and Lake Association
The Madison Lake Watershed and Lake Association is a non-profit organization established for the purpose of protecting and preserving the natural resource of Madison Lake for future generations. MLWLA promotes the protection and improvement of the lake and surrounding watershed area through education and advocacy. Its goals include improving the water quality of the lake through an assessment of the lake's needs to determine the best approach to achieving a healthy, thriving lake and watershed ecosystem.

title: Madison Lake, Minnesota


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Mankato Township, Blue Earth County, Minnesota

Mankato Township is a township in Blue Earth County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,969 as of the 2010 census.

Mankato Township was organized in 1858.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has an area of 68.8 sqkm, of which 67.1 sqkm is land and 1.7 sqkm, or 2.50%, is water.

The southeast three-quarters of the city of Mankato and the west half of the city of Eagle Lake are within the township geographically, as is as the entire city of Skyline. All are separate entities from the township.

Unincorporated communities

 * Belle Haven at 44.16552°N, -93.96134°W
 * University Park of Mankato at 44.14163°N, -93.98634°W

Major highways

 * [[Image:US 14.svg|20px]] U.S. Highway 14
 * [[Image:MN-22.svg|20px]] Minnesota State Highway 22
 * [[Image:MN-60.svg|20px]] Minnesota State Highway 60

Lakes

 * Eagle Lake

Adjacent townships

 * Lime Township (north)
 * Jamestown Township (northeast)
 * Le Ray Township (east)
 * McPherson Township (southeast)
 * Decoria Township (south)
 * Rapidan Township (southwest)
 * South Bend Township (west)

Cemeteries
The township includes the following cemeteries: Bunker Hill, Calvary, Glenwood, Good Counsel, Grand View Memorial, Mankato, Old Masonic, Sibley Mound, Tivoli and Woodland Hills Memorial Park.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, the township has 1,833 people, 626 households, and 520 families. The population density was 63.4 PD/sqmi. There were 636 housing units at an average density of 22.0/sq mi (8.5/km$2$). The township's racial makeup was 98.09% White, 0.38% African American, 0.11% Native American, 0.87% Asian, 0.16% from other races, and 0.38% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.38% of the population.

There were 626 households, of which 42.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 75.7% were married couples living together, 4.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.8% were non-families. 13.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.92 and the average family size was 3.19.

29.9% of the township's population was under age 18, 6.8% was from age 18 to 24, 26.4% was from age 25 to 44, 28.3% was from age 45 to 64, and 8.7% was age 65 or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 104.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 102.0 males.

The township's median household income was $64,471, and the median family income was $67,143. Males had a median income of $46,151 versus $28,571 for females. The township's per capita income was $27,189. About 2.0% of families and 3.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.8% of those under age 18 and 5.5% of those age 65 or over.