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1973 Map of Iron Hub, 1975 Print
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1973 Map of Iron Hub

USGS Topo · Published 1975

About this map

Mississippi River meanders through this landscape on the border of Crow Wing and Aitkin counties, defining a region where water management and resource extraction shaped the local economy. The presence of a Flood Diversion Channel north of the river suggests the historical necessity of controlling seasonal flows in this lake-heavy terrain. The settlement of Iron Hub and its nearby Townhall serve as the focal point for local history, supported by the Burlington Northern Line and the Soo Line Railroad which provided essential transport for the area's industries. Small landmarks like St Johns Ch and Immanuel Cem provide specific points of interest for genealogists, while the numerous gravel pits scattered across the quadrangle indicate the primary industrial activity of the early 1970s. Larger water bodies including Rabbit Lake and Farm Island Lake dominate the southern portion, framing the agricultural and residential pockets of the era.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1973
Date Published1975
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.53 x 27.23 inches

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This is the sole edition of this map. No revisions or reprints were ever made.

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain