2010 Map of Balsam

About this map

Balsam sits near the convergence of the Prairie River, Tamarack River, and the West Savanna River in this Aitkin County survey. This landscape is defined by its complex hydrology, featuring numerous named basins like Big Sandy Lake, Wolf Lake, and Shumway Lake. The area reflects a balance between conservation and water management, evidenced by the presence of the Savanna State Frst and the Hammond Pond Dam at Hammond Pond. Transport through the dense lake country is facilitated by corridors such as Lake Ave and the Savanna State Park Trl, which navigate between prominent water bodies like Glacier Lake and Little Savanna Lake. The network of forest roads and trails indicates a region primarily dedicated to timber management, recreation, and natural resource preservation at the start of the decade.