2013 Map of Swansons Bay

About this map

St. Louis Co serves as the backdrop for this border study, where the international boundary between Minnesota and Canada winds through a complex system of interconnected waterways. The aquatic landscape is defined by the expansive reaches of Namakan Lake and Sand Point Lake, which dominate the southern portion of the sheet. This 2013 survey illustrates the intricate shoreline of Burnt Island, a prominent landmass situated at a strategic bend in the international line. The geography here is typical of the northern borderlands, where political boundaries are dictated by the natural contours of deep lakes and narrow channels rather than straight lines, reflecting the historical importance of these water routes for transit and trade between the two nations.