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Esker

Historic Site #:10-028   (Exists)   Type: B1,M Town:Rose
Site Name:EskerGPS Coordinates:43.16456, -76.8791
Address:Rt. 414, Rose and north of Rose
Description:
Esker: A long narrow ridge or mound of sand, gravel and boulders deposited by a stream flowing on, within, or beneath a  stagnant glacier.

 
Beginning with the Rose Cemetery, follow the lines down and across the road. (1949 U. S. Geological Service Topographical map)North end of Rose Cemetery; the cemetery is about 15 ft. higher than the road. (used with permission LA Jorgensen)
30 ft. south, the cemetery is now 20 ft. higher than the road. (used with permission LA Jorgensen)South end of the cemetery is back to 15 ft. higher than the cemetery.
The esker has moved closer to the road which is straight at this point.Behind the Grange building the Highway Department has removed the gravel for use on other roads.
From the front of the Baptist Church on Wolcott Rd., the rise of the Esker is a dramatic 25 ft.
 
Historic narrative:
Some people say that the bodies buried in Rose Cemetery mummify rather than decay because the gravel keeps them so dry.

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