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2017 Map of Minnewaukan East

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Minnewaukan East
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Minnewaukan sits at the edge of a landscape dominated by the rising and shifting waters of the Devils Lake basin. This 2017 survey illustrates the complex relationship between the shoreline and the surrounding prairie, with West Bay covering a significant portion of the quadrangle. The map captures the intricate series of inlets and bays, including Ose-Tids Bay and Pelican Lake, that define the region's hydrography. Elevation data shows Sams Hill rising above the eastern wetlands, while Grahams Island is depicted as a distinct landform nearly surrounded by the lake's expanse.

Transportation corridors like Us HWY 281 and its predecessor, Old HWY 281, provide a look at how infrastructure has adapted to the water-dominated geography of Benson County. To the south, Long Lake sits nestled among the township lines of t152n r67w, marking a contrast to the massive scale of the main lake system. This study serves as a detailed record of the shoreline and rural road networks during a period of high water levels for the region.