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2010 Map of Hamel

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Hamel
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

The growing community of Hamel and the surrounding township of Medina characterize this suburbanizing landscape at the turn of the millennium. The map illustrates a transitional period where established settlements like Corcoran and Ditter are increasingly connected by a modernizing road network, including County Hwy-101 and County Hwy-50. This era is marked by the proliferation of recreational spaces, such as the Baker National Golf Course and the Hennepin County Fairgrounds, which share the terrain with traditional family and denominational sites.

Genealogists will find significant value in the distribution of religious landmarks, from Saint Anne's Cemetery to Saint John's Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery. The landscape is dotted with numerous small lakes and basins, including Weaver Lake, School Lake, and Holy Name Lake, while South Fork Rush Creek and Elm Creek define the drainage patterns. The presence of Krals Landing Field and various named trails like Old Settlers Rd reflects the layering of aviation and early road history over the Hennepin County countryside.