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2019 Map of Cross Lake

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Cross Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Fifty Lakes and Manhattan Beach anchor this lake-dense portion of Crow Wing County, where the landscape is defined by a complex network of interconnected glacial basins and narrow channels. The map illustrates a high degree of modern recreational development, evidenced by the dense grid of residential roads like Butterfield Beach Rd and Woodpecker Point Rd that trace the shorelines of Emily and West Fox Lake. Amidst this seasonal and residential growth, the Pinewood Cem north of Cross Lake remains a significant touchstone for local genealogy.

Water dominates the geography, from the winding path of the Pine River to distinctive landforms such as Berg Island in Ox Lake and the sharp protrusion of The Needles. The transition between open water and wetland is marked by features like Bailey Bog and Big Bog, showcasing the intricate hydrology of the Brainerd Lakes area. This survey documents the contemporary boundaries between small incorporated communities and the vast aquatic resources that drive the region's economy.