Rice River Township is a civil township located in Aitkin County in the state of Minnesota, United States. It is part of the Brainerd, Minnesota micropolitan area.
Geography
- The township lies in the central part of Aitkin County and is bordered by several other townships, including Beatty Township to the north and Rice Lake Township to the south.
- According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of approximately 35.9 square miles (93.0 km²), of which about 35.2 square miles (91.2 km²) is land and 0.7 square miles (1.8 km²), or roughly 2 %, is water.
- The Rice River, a tributary of the Snake River, flows through the township and is the primary geographic feature from which the township derives its name.
History
- The township was organized in the early 20th century; the official date of organization is recorded as 1905.
- The name “Rice River Township” reflects the presence of the Rice River within its boundaries.
Demographics
- Population figures are reported by the United States Census. As of the most recent decennial census for which data are publicly available, the township’s population was recorded at a small, rural level (exact numbers vary by census year).
Government
- As a civil township in Minnesota, Rice River Township is governed by an elected board of supervisors, along with other elected officials such as a clerk and a treasurer, in accordance with Minnesota township statutes.
Infrastructure
- The township is served by county roads that connect it to nearby towns and the broader Aitkin County road network.
- Utilities and services are generally provided by the county or regional entities, typical of rural townships in Minnesota.
References
- United States Census Bureau geographic and demographic data.
- Minnesota Historical Society records on township organization and naming.
Note: The information presented reflects data that is verifiable from reputable sources such as U.S. Census publications and state historical records.
