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2019 Map of Sandstone South

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Sandstone South
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

The Kettle River carves a dramatic path through this Pine County landscape, defined by hydrological features like Sandstone Rapids and Spring Falls. The southern outskirts of Sandstone appear in the northwest, where the Spring Park Cem serves as a vital touchstone for local genealogists. Evidence of early infrastructure remains visible through the alignment of the Old Military Rd and Old Government Rd, which contrast with the modern grid of Co Hwy 20.

The terrain south of Maple Island is a complex network of wetlands and small tributaries, including Skunk Cr, Fox Cr, and Wilburn Cr. The convergence of the Grindstone River with the Kettle River in the southwest quadrant highlights a watershed that has shaped the local economy and settlement patterns for generations. To the east, drainage projects like the Friesland Ditch illustrate historical efforts to manage this water-rich environment for land use.