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1952 Map of Babbitt SE, 1954 Print
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1952 Map of Babbitt SE

USGS Topo · Published 1954

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Superior National Forest dominates this mid-century landscape in the Arrowhead Region, characterized by an extensive network of wetlands and glacial lakes. This survey documents a significant moment of industrial expansion in the Iron Range vicinity, specifically the development of the Reserve Mining Company Railroad, which is shown under construction as it cuts through the forest. Large water bodies such as Big Lake and Seven Beaver Lake serve as the primary geographical anchors, connected by the North River and East River. The presence of a Boy Scout Camp along the southern shores reflects the area's dual identity as both a resource extraction frontier and a site for wilderness recreation. Smaller features like Dunks River, Snowshoe Lake, and a Gravel Pit provide additional detail for those tracing the historical footprint of northeastern Minnesota's interior.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1952
Date Published1954
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions21.53 x 27.23 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain