Bassett, Minnesota facts for kids
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Bassett, Minnesota
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 Bassett, Minnesota
Location in Minnesota
Bassett, Minnesota
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Saint Louis |
| Township | Bassett Township |
| Elevation | 1,719 ft (524 m) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 10 |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP codes |
55602
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| Area code(s) | 218 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1989116 |
Bassett is a small, unincorporated community in Saint Louis County, Minnesota. It is located within Bassett Township. An "unincorporated community" means it's a group of homes or buildings that isn't officially a town or city. It doesn't have its own local government like a mayor or city council.
Bassett is found inside the large Superior National Forest. This forest is a huge area of trees, lakes, and wildlife in northeastern Minnesota.
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Where is Bassett Located?
Bassett is in the northeastern part of Minnesota. It's about 23 miles southeast of a city called Hoyt Lakes. You can reach Bassett by taking Saint Louis County Highway 16.
Important Roads Nearby
Highway 16 is a key road in this area. It runs directly east and west across northeast Minnesota. This highway connects U.S. Highway 53 and Silver Bay. Bassett is also about 34 miles northwest of the city of Two Harbors.
County Borders and Local Roads
The border between Saint Louis County and Lake County is very close to Bassett. Other local roads like Hall Road and Round Lake Road are also in the area.
Nearby Communities and Nature
Several other small communities are located near Bassett. These include Fairbanks, Toimi, Petrel, Brimson, Rollins, and Wales.
Local Waterways
Two small streams, Toimi Creek and Petrel Creek, flow right through the Bassett community. These creeks are part of the natural landscape of the area.
