2011 Map of Dewey Lake SE

About this map

Grant Mine, Wabigon Mine, and Shiras Mine dominate the southern landscape of this Iron Range quadrangle, reflecting the deep industrial roots of Saint Louis County. This 2011 survey reveals a complex network of resource extraction and water management, notably the large Wabigone Tailings Basin and the nearby Croxtrom Pond. North of the mining activity, the terrain shifts into a hydraulic system of wetlands and meandering waterways, including Slow Creek and the East Branch Sturgeon River. The map captures a grid of rural roads named for local families—such as Smolcich Rd, Pozar Rd, and Seppala Rd—linking scattered homesteads to landmarks like the Buhl Lookout Tower. This era shows the continued coexistence of heavy industry alongside natural features like McNiven Lake and Moska Lake.