1976 Map of Brimson SW, 1979 Print
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1976 Map of Brimson SW

USGS Topo · Published 1979

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The West Branch Cloquet River meanders through a dense, lake-studded landscape in this 1976 orthophotoquad, showing the intricate hydrology of St. Louis County. This aerial perspective captures the region before more modern development, emphasizing the natural state of water bodies like Wolf Lake and Bassett Lake. The orthophoto format provides a clear view of the timber and wetland patterns that characterize this portion of northeastern Minnesota. Unlike a traditional topographic map, these photographic images help researchers identify the specific texture of the vegetation and the untouched shorelines of the era. The lack of named settlements or major infrastructure highlights the isolated, wilderness character of the area during the mid-1970s.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1976
Date Published1979
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions21.53 x 27.23 inches

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