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1968 Map of Orr NE

Name: 1968 Topographic Map of Orr NE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1987
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1987

About this map

Kabetogama State Forest dominates this northern Minnesota landscape, where a dense network of lakes and waterways defines the North Woods geography of the late 1960s. The central expanse of Black Duck Lake is joined by Elephant Lake to the east, while smaller water bodies like Bog Lake and South Bog Lake punctuate the timbered terrain. Topographic detail reveals the winding course of the Pelican River and the Lost River, illustrating the complex drainage patterns of St. Louis County.

Transportation and utility are marked by the presence of the Duluth Winnipeg and Pacific railroad corridor running along the western edge. Notable landmarks of the era include the Elephant Lake Lookout Tower, positioned for forest monitoring, and a Boat Ramp on the northern shore of Black Duck Lake. This survey provides an exact look at the natural resources and forestry infrastructure before the 1980s updates, including a local Gravel Pit and numerous elevation benchmarks.