1954 Map of Silver Bay
USGS Topo · Published 1961About this map
Industrial expansion along the North Shore of Lake Superior defines this mid-century survey, specifically highlighting the development of Silver Bay. The map documents a pivotal moment for the region as the Mining Company facilities, including a large Powerplant and specialized Sewage Disposal system, emerge on the shoreline to support taconite processing. This burgeoning industrial site stands in contrast to the surrounding Superior National Forest, where the landscape remains dominated by a dense network of water bodies like Lax Lake, Cloquet Lake, and the winding course of the Baptism River.
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Editions of this 1954 Silver Bay Map
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- Silver Bay, MN
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