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2022 Map of Orrock

Name: 2022 Topographic Map of Orrock
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2022
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2022

About this map

The Saint Francis River meanders through this portion of Sherburne County, defining a landscape of glacial wetlands and low-lying sloughs. The unincorporated community of Orrock sits at a crossroads in the western half of the map, surrounded by numerous small burial grounds that provide a clear record of early local families, including the Orrock Cem, Two Stone Cem, and Galbriath Cem. The terrain is characterized by intricate water systems such as Beerjerson Slough, Pool 14, and Larsen Slough, which dominate the central and northern sections.

Visible towards the southeast is the edge of Elk River, where the Tibbits Brook joins the drainage system. Significant local landmarks like Blue Hill rise above the surrounding lake-studded plains, while the northern reaches include Rice Lake and the Mahnomen Trl. This area illustrates the transition from the dense marshes of the Saint Francis River valley to the more established rural plots and cemeteries that mark the heritage of the region.