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2022 Map of Cotton

Name: 2022 Topographic Map of Cotton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2022
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2022

About this map

The Whiteface River and Paleface River converge in this northern Minnesota landscape, creating a wetland-rich environment punctuated by numerous small lakes. The settlement of Cotton serves as a local hub along the highway, while the smaller community of Melrude is situated near the Riverview Cem in the northeastern quadrant. The region is defined by its glacial hydrology, with bodies of water such as Strand Lake, Kauppi Lake, and Crystal Lake scattered throughout the townships.

Genealogists and local historians can locate specific landmarks like the Lakeview Cem near the banks of the Whiteface River. The map details an extensive network of rural roads, including Comstock Lake Rd and Postal Blvd, which provide access to the various lakefronts and interior wetlands. The drainage patterns of Bug Cr and Jenkins Cr further illustrate the low-lying, water-dominated geography of St. Louis County.