1971 Map of Big Falls
USGS Topo · Published 1973About this map
The Big Fork River carves a winding path through the heart of this Koochiching County landscape, defining the character of Big Falls and nearby Grand Falls. The settlement at Big Falls is positioned at a critical junction where the Burlington Northern line and Highway 71 intersect the river's course. This 1971 orthophotomap provides a distinct visual record of the era's land use, showing the industrial presence of Gravel Pits and a Gaging Station alongside the natural expanse of the Pine Island State Forest. Genealogists may find value in the location of Evergreen Cem north of the village. The map also captures the transition of transportation infrastructure, documenting both an Old Railroad Grade and a Winter Trail, reflecting the area's adaptation to the seasonal demands of the northern Minnesota timber and transit economy.
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