2010 Map of Kelsey

About this map

The Whiteface River meanders across this northern Minnesota landscape, defining the character of the settlements at Kelsey and Dumblane. In this part of Saint Louis County, the transition from wetland to upland is marked by a network of drainage channels including Joki Creek, Deadman's Creek, and Jenkins Creek. Local community life is anchored by the Kelsey Post Office and the Riverside Cemetery, located near the intersection of HWY-7 and HWY-29. Farther north, the small siding of Sax sits along the roadway, while the Cotton Lookout Tower stands as a prominent landmark to the east. The dominance of family-named roads like Erickson Rd, McKay Rd, and Moberg Rd reflects the rural, parcel-based development of the region. This survey captures a snapshot of the area's hydrology and human footprint, centered around the Lake Williams basin.