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1973 Map of Willow Lake SW

Name: 1973 Topographic Map of Willow Lake SW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1978
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1978

About this map

Burlington Northern rail lines cut through the heart of the prairie landscape, connecting the rural townships of Collins, Spirit Lake, and LeSueur during the 1970s. This agricultural region is defined by a complex network of wetlands and potholes preserved within several tracts of the National Waterfowl Production Area. The landscape reflects a deeply rooted community structure, centered on local landmarks like the Townhall and the spiritual hubs of Spirit Lake Ch and its adjacent Spirit Lake Ch Cem.

Near the northern edge of the sheet, the settlement of Willow Lake serves as a local anchor point, supported by a nearby Landing Field. The drainage of Redstone Creek winds through the southwestern corner, while numerous gravel pits across the terrain indicate the local importance of aggregate mining for road building and maintenance. The map also clearly delineates the boundary between Clark Co and Kingsbury Co, providing a precise look at the jurisdictional lines of the era.