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1955 Map of Circle Pines

Name: 1955 Topographic Map of Circle Pines
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1956
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1956

About this map

Blaine and Circle Pines serve as the primary hubs in this mid-1950s depiction of southern Anoka County, a landscape defined by an extensive network of wetlands and small lakes. The area exhibits early suburban organization through features like the Anoka County Airport and the Fair Oaks Community Hall. Rural history remains visible in the distribution of schoolhouses, such as the Red Brick Sch and Woodcrest Sch, alongside established religious landmarks like St Joseph Ch in Lino Lakes.

The northeastern portion of the quadrangle is dominated by the Carlos Avery State Game Refuge and Public Hunting Grounds, highlighting the region's commitment to conservation amidst growing settlements. Hydrological patterns are shaped by the winding paths of Coon Creek and Rice Creek, which connect larger water bodies like Baldwin Lake and Rice Lake. This survey provides a clear view of the municipal boundaries and local infrastructure prior to the rapid expansion of the Twin Cities metropolitan fringe.