1963 Map of Toivola SW

About this map

Floodwood River meanders through the heart of this Iron Range landscape, which is dominated by the sprawling expanse of Toivola Swamp. This 1963 survey, with revisions from the mid-1970s, captures a transition in land use within the townships of Cedar Valley, Elmer, and Van Buren. Small clearings and isolated infrastructure like the landing field in the north and another near Elmer contrast with the dense wetlands that define much of the terrain. The presence of Roadside Park along the river and the network of unimproved roads indicate the area's development for local access and recreation. Local drainage is marked by features like Joula Creek, which feeds into the larger river system, while the map's contours reveal the subtle elevations that dictate the boundary between the timbered lowlands and the navigable water routes.