2016 Map of Payne

About this map

Nichols Lake and the Little Whiteface River define this section of Saint Louis County, where the landscape is a patchwork of wetlands and small rural settlements. The map documents the localized centers of Payne, Birch, and Baden, which are connected by a network of county and township roads. These small communities are situated within the Township and Range system, specifically across T54N and T52N. The presence of Lake Nichols Rd and Stoney Brook Rd indicates the primary corridors of movement through these wooded and marshy lands. To the north, Lake Williams sits near the boundary, while Maple Leaf Lake marks the southwestern corner, reflecting the water-rich geography typical of northern Minnesota. This survey provides a clear view of the rural infrastructure and land use patterns in the early 21st century.