2010 Map of Shilling Dam

About this map

Shilling Dam and the winding course of the Rapid River dominate the northern edge of this northern Minnesota landscape. This region of Beltrami County is defined by its vast, low-lying wetlands and the grid-like partitioning of the land, characteristic of the state's remote forest and bog management areas. Apart from the utility of Rapid River Rd, which follows the river's path, the terrain is largely undeveloped, showing the minimalist infrastructure required to manage these water resources in the early 21st century. The map provides a precise record of the hydrological features and the subtle elevation changes that govern the flow of the river through this quiet portion of the wilderness.