2010 Map of Bovey

About this map

Industrial excavations and the iron-mining heritage of the Mesabi Range define the landscape around Bovey, Coleraine, and Taconite. This 2010 survey documents a massive concentration of open-pit sites, including the Canisteo Mine, Morrison Mine, and Walker Mine, which sit adjacent to established residential centers. The map illustrates how these communities grew alongside the pits, with the Taconite Post Office and Bovey Post Office serving as central nodes. To the south, the Trout Lake Tailings Basin reveals the extensive footprint of mineral processing on the local hydrology. Beyond the mines, recreational and civic life is captured through features like the Mount Itasca Ski Area, Eagle Ridge Golf Course, and Lakeview Cemetery. The northern section transitions into a dense network of water bodies such as Shamrock Lake and Dirty Mike Lake, while the Prairie River Dam regulates the water flow westward through the Prairie River.