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1971 Map of Jack Lake

USGS Topo · Published 1974

About this map

The vast waters of Leech Lake dominate the northern portion of this orthophotomap, revealing a complex shoreline within the Chippewa National Forest. This 1971 aerial perspective captures the intricate hydrology of the Leech Lake Indian Reservation, where dozens of smaller water bodies like Hovde Lake, Shell Lake, and Pine Lake are scattered through dense forest and wetlands. The use of orthophotography provides a literal view of the vegetation patterns and water levels of the era, showing the "indefinite boundary" along the eastern lake edge and the specific landforms of Rogers Point and Pelican Island. Aside from a Gravel Pit and a sparse network of unimproved roads, the landscape remains largely defined by its natural features, including Rice Lake in the northwest and the clustered Hanson Lakes further south.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1971
Date Published1974
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.53 x 27.23 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain