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2013 Map of Motley

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

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The confluence of the Long Prairie River and the Crow Wing River anchors this landscape at the intersection of four Minnesota counties. The town of Motley serves as a central hub where Us-10, MN-210, and MN-64 meet, supporting local commerce and travel near the Post Office and Morey's Airport. To the southwest, the smaller settlement of Philbrook sits along the winding path of the Long Prairie River, accompanied by Saint James Cem.

Hydrographic details are prominent throughout the region, ranging from the large expanse of Shamineau Lake in the southeast to the unique Lois Lake Bed near Staples. The terrain is defined by numerous smaller water bodies such as W Nelson Lake, E Nelson Lake, and Mud Lake, alongside several creeks including Fish Trap Cr and Mosquito Cr. This network of waterways and early cemeteries provides a clear view of the area's rural development and the natural drainage patterns that have shaped local settlement for generations.