2010 Map of Gilbert

About this map

The Mesabi Range iron mining landscape is prominent throughout this 2010 study of the area surrounding Gilbert. The town's proximity to massive industrial excavations is clear, with the Gilbert Mine and Schley Mine situated just east of the main settlement. Further south, the former townsite of Sparta sits near the Sparta-Matta Mine and Genoa Mine, illustrating how mining operations dictated the settlement patterns of Saint Louis County. Hydrological features are well-defined, including Ely Lake, Leaf Lake, and the winding course of the Embarrass River which flows toward the Saint Louis River. Aviation history is represented by the Sky Harbor Seaplane Base on the shores of Ely Lake, while the Eveleth-Virginia Municipal Airport serves the broader region. This map provides a detailed view of the infrastructure supporting both the industrial and recreational life of the Iron Range, from the Eveleth Scout Camp at Pleasant Lake to the various dams and residential roads serving these lakefront communities.