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2010 Map of South Haven

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of South Haven
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Fairhaven and South Haven anchor this landscape of the upper Midwest, where the glacial legacy is visible in a dense concentration of lakes and wetlands. The Clearwater River serves as a central artery, winding through the terrain past the Fairhaven Dam and connecting several large water bodies, including Lake Caroline and Lake Augusta. This environment shaped the early settlement patterns of Wright and Stearns Counties, with towns often situated near these vital water resources.

Genealogists will find a wealth of specific local history through the many burial grounds documented here, such as Concordia Cemetery and Fairhaven Cemetery near the northern boundary, and Grace Cemetery and Union Cemetery further south. The map also captures the recreational and institutional character of the area through landmarks like Camp Heritage on the banks of the Clearwater and the South Haven Post Office, which underscores the town's role as a regional hub for the surrounding rural homesteads and lakefront properties.