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2016 Map of Embarrass

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Embarrass
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

The Embarrass River meanders through a low-lying landscape of wetlands and lakes in this part of Saint Louis County. The small settlement of Embarrass serves as a local hub, situated at the intersection of Co Hwy 21 and Waisanen Rd. The terrain is defined by its glacial history, evidenced by the high density of small water bodies like Heikkilla Lake, Moose Lake, and Falls Lakes.

Tracing the rural road network reveals the region's cultural geography, with many thoroughfares bearing the names of local families, such as Hanka Nevala Rd, Koskela Rd, and Latinen Rd. These roads provide access to the timberlands and homesteads that line the waterways. Smaller tributaries like Bear Cr and Trimble Cr feed into the primary river system, illustrating the complex drainage patterns of the Mesabi Range area.