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1972 Map of Debs, 1974 Print
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1972 Map of Debs

USGS Topo · Published 1974

About this map

The Clearwater River snakes through a complex wetland and woodland landscape in this northern Minnesota orthophotomap, which combines traditional topographic contours with aerial photography. The settlement of Debs sits near the northeastern corner, serving as a focal point for the surrounding rural area. Significant water bodies such as Clearwater Lake, Myrtle Lake, and East Four Legged Lake dominate the terrain, reflecting the glaciated character of the region. The map highlights localized divisions including Sinclair, Roosevelt, Dudley, and Buzzard, which likely correspond to early townships or survey units. For family historians, the Sinclair Cem and East Zion Cem provide precise locations for ancestral research. The corridor of the Soo Line is clearly visible, marking the infrastructure that linked these lake-country settlements to broader markets. This hybrid view provides an unusually clear look at the actual land cover and vegetation patterns alongside human developments like the local Gravel Pit.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1972
Date Published1974
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.53 x 27.23 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain