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2013 Map of Motley SE

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Motley SE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The Crow Wing River and Long Prairie River converge in this central Minnesota landscape, forming a natural corridor along the border of Cass and Morrison counties. This 2013 survey illustrates a region defined by its glacial hydrology, where large water bodies like Shamineau Lake and Lake Placid dominate the southern and eastern reaches. The infrastructure reflects a mix of recreation and forestry management, anchored by the Motley Lookout Tower in the north and Camp Shamineau on the northern shore of its namesake lake.

A network of local roads such as Azalea Rd and Swartz Rd provide access to numerous smaller basins, including N Twin Lake, S Twin Lake, and Stanchfield Lake. The presence of Sevenmile Cr and Pillager Cr further highlights the intricate drainage patterns of the area. This topographic record is particularly useful for researchers tracing the development of lakeside properties and the persistence of fire lookout sites in the early 21st century.