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2016 Map of Silver Bay

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Silver Bay
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Lake Superior dominates the southeastern edge of this coastal survey, where the rugged terrain of the Superior National Forest meets the industrial and residential development of Lake County. The city of Silver Bay is detailed with its civic core, including the Silver Bay City Library, while the neighboring historic settlements of Beaver Bay and East Beaver Bay sit at the mouth of the Beaver River. The landscape is defined by its dramatic hydrology, featuring multiple cascades such as Beaver River Falls, Glen Avon Falls, and Pancake Falls.

Industrial land use is evident in the western portion of the map, specifically at the Milepost Seven Tailings Ponds near Bear Lake. This area contrasts with the dense cluster of inland water bodies like Lax Lake, Bean Lake, and Micmac Lake to the north. Elevated landmarks like Mariner Mtn provide a topographic anchor for the complex network of forest roads and local streets serving this North Shore community.