1971 Map of Mizpah NE

About this map

Pine Island State Forest dominates this Koochiching County landscape, as documented in this 1971 orthophotomap. The settlement of Gemmell is visible in the northwest, situated along the corridor of Route 71 and the Gemmell Road. This specific edition uses a photographic base to reveal the intricate texture of the Minnesota wetlands and timberlands, providing a clear view of how human activity such as Gravel Pits and a small Cem intersect with the natural drainage systems. The hydrography is particularly detailed, featuring the winding path of Caldwell Brook and Pancake Creek, which feed into the larger Lost River system. The proximity of Clear Lake and Dark Lake highlights the varied aquatic features of the region, while the presence of established section lines and township boundaries like T. 152 N. and T. 151 N. helps genealogists and land researchers pinpoint specific historical property locations within the forest.