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1983 Map of Stark

Name: 1983 Topographic Map of Stark
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1984
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1984

About this map

Glacial lakes and wetlands define this portion of Chisago County in the early 1980s, where the small community of Stark sits at a crossroads near the center of the sheet. The landscape is dominated by a dense network of water bodies, from the prominent Fish Lake and Horseshoe Lake in the north to the sprawling Chain Lake system in the east. Social life in the late 20th century is anchored by landmarks like the Fish Lake Ch and the recreation areas at Fish Lake County Park.

The map reveals a transition between the established corporate boundaries of Harris and North Branch and the more open, wetland-rich countryside. The winding path of the North Branch Sunrise River cuts across the southern section, while numerous smaller basins like Mandall Lake, Big Pine Lake, and Little Pine Lake illustrate the area's complex hydrography. The inclusion of a Gravel Pit and various public Boat Ramps highlights the local intersections of light industry and seasonal recreation.