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1966 Map of Staples NE

Name: 1966 Topographic Map of Staples NE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1988
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1988

About this map

The confluence of the Leaf River and Crow Wing River dominates this mid-1960s landscape along the border of Wadena and Cass counties. The terrain is characterized by a complex network of wetlands and small lakes, including Radabaugh Lake and Simon Lake, interspersed with township lands like Bullard and Thomastown. Local infrastructure and social landmarks are well-documented, featuring the Staples Municipal Airport and Terrace Country Club in the southern portion of the sheet.

Genealogists and local historians can find specific points of interest such as Montrose Cem and the Covenant Ch near the riverbanks. The survey also captures the rural character of the area through labels for a Townhall and several Gravel Pit operations. Public spaces like McGovern Park and the elevated Bullard Bluff highlight the recreational and geographical focal points of this central Minnesota region during the post-war era.