Grey Eagle Township Todd County Minnesota

Grey Eagle Township, located in Todd County, Minnesota, was established in 1873 and named after a pioneer who shot an eagle. With a population of 663 in the 2000 census and declining to 556 in 2020, it spans 29.2 square miles, comprising 25.1 square miles of land and 4.2 square miles of water (about 14.29% water). The township features two notable lakes: Mound Lake, a 270-acre northeast lake with public boat access and a maximum depth of 57 feet, supporting various fish species such as largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, walleye, and muskellunge, among others. Little Mound Lake is another nearby feature. Grey Eagle Township also includes two wildlife management areas: Oak Ridge WMA (449 acres) east of Mound Lake, characterized by oak and aspen woodlands with wetlands and grassy fields; and Buckthorn Lake WMA (156 acres) west of Mound Lake, featuring rolling hardwood hills and wetlands. Demographically, the township's 2000 census noted a population density of 26.4 per square mile, with 257 households and 205 families. Racially, it was predominantly White (99.85%) with a small Asian presence (0.15%). Households were mostly married couples, though some included single females. The age distribution showed 24.3% under 18, 27.3% in the 45-64 age group, and 20.7% over 65, with a median age of 43. Economically, the median household income was $41,000, rising to $47,000 for families, with a per capita income of $20,000. Gender ratios showed 101.5 males per 100 females, increasing to 105.7 among those over 18. Poverty rates were 5% for ...