1947 Map of Belvidere

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Elk River serpentines through the northern half of this landscape, its deep meanders creating distinct landmarks like Maple Bend and The Loop. The river is crossed by several named spans, including Willis Lake Bridge and Mansford Bridge, suggesting a well-connected rural economy just after the war. Inland from the river, the terrain shifts from the high ground of Highland Ridge to the low-lying Mingo Swamp and Mingo Pond.