1961 Map of Brule

About this map

The Bois Brule State Forest dominates this northern landscape, with the famous Brule River winding its way north toward the shoreline of Lake Superior. In the early 1960s, the region was defined by a mix of forestry, transport, and small-town infrastructure. The Northern Pacific Railroad cuts east-to-west through the center of the sheet, connecting settlements like Brule, Blueberry, and Poplar. This rail corridor is dotted with local landmarks, including the Blueberry Cem and several Gravel Pits that supported local industry.