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1969 Map of Eagle Lake

Name: 1969 Topographic Map of Eagle Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1971
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1971

About this map

Eagle Lake and the undulating terrain of Leaf Mountain define this mid-century landscape in Otter Tail County. The area is characterized by a dense concentration of glacial basins, ranging from the expansive Clitherall Lake to smaller named bodies like Jolly Ann Lake, Torgerson Lake, and Spitzer Lake. This 1969 field-checked survey reveals a rural fabric of townships including Clitherall, Eagle Lake, and Nidaros, where local life centered around small country schools like School No 1398 and community Townhall locations.

Evidence of the region's Scandinavian heritage and religious history is seen in the naming of the Trefoldighed Menighed Ch and the presence of several cemeteries, such as the Evander Cem and Free Church Cem. The conservation legacy of the region is anchored by the National Wildlife Management Area, which preserves the wetlands and woodlots between the numerous lake shores. The map also includes modest infrastructure like a Landing Strip and local Gravel Pit operations, providing a detailed record of the rural economy before modern development.