2013 Map of Phelps

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The Otter Tail River winds through this lake-heavy landscape in Otter Tail County, anchoring the small communities of Maine and Phelps. The river's historical importance to local industry is evidenced by the Phelps Mill Bridge, situated near the southern edge of the quadrangle. This area is characterized by a dense concentration of glacial water bodies, ranging from the expansive Dead Lake and Star Lake to smaller basins like Pickerel Lake and Leon Lake. Settlement patterns follow the shorelines and riverbanks, with rural road networks connecting family-named landmarks and local sites. Genealogists will find significant local history at the Saint James Catholic Church Cem and the Silent Vale Cem, which serve the surrounding rural population. The geography is defined by the transition between major lakes, connected by waterways such as the Dead River, reflecting the region's enduring reliance on its aquatic resources.