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1953 Map of Twig

Name: 1953 Topographic Map of Twig
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1992
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1992

About this map

Cloquet Valley State Forest dominates the northern reaches of this map, where the Cloquet River and its tributaries, including the Us-Kab-Wan-Ka River and Beaver River, carve through the glacial landscape. The eastern portion is defined by the extensive waters of Fish Lake Reservoir, controlled by the Fish Lake Dam. This mid-century survey captures the region's transition from timber and wilderness management toward recreational and residential utility, particularly around the southern lakes.

Industrial and transport corridors are anchored by the Duluth Winnipeg and Pacific railroad, which services small settlements like Taft and Twig Station. Local community history is visible in landmarks such as the Caribou Lake Sch and Grand Lake Cem. Near Twig, evidence of the area's resource extraction is noted by a Gravel Pit, while a Lookout Tower and Rifle Range reflect the state forest's active management and use during this era.