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1996 Map of Webb Lake

Name: 1996 Topographic Map of Webb Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1998
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1998

About this map

Chippewa National Forest dominates this northern landscape, where an intricate network of glacial lakes and wetlands defines the geography of Cass County. During the late twentieth century, the area served as a significant recreational and ecological corridor, as evidenced by the presence of the North Country Trail winding through the northern sections. Large water bodies like Pleasant Lake and Webb Lake are the focal points of the terrain, connected by the meandering path of the Boy River.

The map reveals a landscape managed for both timber and recreation, with numerous boat ramps and access points scattered across smaller lakes such as Stony Lake, Boss Lake, and Trillium Lake. Industrial and infrastructure markers, including a Landing Strip, a Communication Tower, and a Gravel Pit, highlight the human footprint within the forest. The township boundaries for Powers and Ponto Lake provide essential reference points for genealogists and local historians tracing land use and property lines in this lake-heavy region.