1980s Maps of Bayfield County, Wisconsin

1. 1980 Map of Port Wing

   

   1980 Port Wing

   1980 Print · USGS

   The Lake Superior shoreline and the deep forests of Bayfield and Douglas counties are captured here in the early eighties. Genealogists and historians can trace the rail lines through Iron River or locate the lakeside landings at Cornucopia and Port Wing.

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4. 1980 Map of Ironwood

   

   1980 Ironwood

   1980 Print · USGS

   The Michigan-Wisconsin borderlands appear in the late twentieth century as a landscape defined by iron mining and deep forests. Researchers can trace the rail-and-river economy through the Soo Line and Chicago and North Western tracks connecting Mellen, Glidden, and Hurley.

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7. 1980 Map of Solon Springs

   

   1980 Solon Springs

   1980 Print · USGS

   Northern Wisconsin in the early eighties was a landscape of dense timber and sprawling glacial waters. Trace the legacy of the Chicago and North Western rail line through Solon Springs, Hayward, and Minong at this pivotal moment.

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10. 1984 Map of Sanborn

    

    1984 Sanborn

    1984 Print · USGS

    The rural landscape of Ashland and Bayfield Counties in the mid-1980s reveals a quiet network of north woods settlements and timber history. Genealogists and local historians can trace family landmarks like Moe Cem and Moland Ch or follow the Old Railroad Grade through Sanborn.

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13. 1984 Map of Iron Lake NE

    

    1984 Iron Lake NE

    1984 Print · USGS

    Bayfield County's timber and water resources are mapped here in the mid-1980s during a period of forest management and conservation. Genealogists and local historians can trace family land via Larson Road or locate the National Fish Hatchery and Lenawee settlement.

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16. 1984 Map of Marengo Lake

    

    1984 Marengo Lake

    1984 Print · USGS

    In the mid-eighties, this northern Wisconsin wilderness served as a recreational and conservation hub within the Chequamegon National Forest. Hikers and historians can trace the North Country National Scenic Trail past landmarks like Morgan Falls and Trinity Ch.

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19. 1984 Map of Ellison Lake

    

    1984 Ellison Lake

    1984 Print · USGS

    In the mid-1980s, this portion of Douglas and Bayfield counties shows a dense network of water bodies and local township life. Researchers can trace family history at Barnes Cem or explore early land use near Mooney Dam County Park and the Lookout Tower.

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22. 1984 Map of Oulu

    

    1984 Oulu

    1984 Print · USGS

    Coastal Douglas and Bayfield Counties meet the shore of Lake Superior here in the mid-1980s. Local researchers can trace family sites near Waino and Oulu, or locate landmarks along the famous Bois Brule River like Shale Falls and McNeil Landing.

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25. 1984 Map of Brule

    

    1984 Brule

    1984 Print · USGS

    In the mid-1980s, the Brule River valley was a landscape of forestry, fishing, and rail transit. Researchers can trace the Burlington Northern tracks as they pass through Brule or locate local landmarks like Pine Ridge Cem and the State Fish Hatchery.

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28. 1984 Map of Iron Lake

    

    1984 Iron Lake

    1984 Print · USGS

    Bayfield County in the mid-1980s reveals a dense network of glacial lakes and the bustling railroad town of Iron River. Genealogists and local historians can trace family locations near Oulu Sch, Grace Ch, and the Oulu Pioneer Memorial Park.

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31. 1984 Map of Blaine Creek

    

    1984 Blaine Creek

    1984 Print · USGS

    Bayfield County's rural townships are shown in the mid-1980s, centered on the winding Iron River and its many tributaries. Genealogists can trace family footprints along Severson Road and Mannik Road, or locate the Hillside Cem and the Orienta Dam.

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34. 1984 Map of Herbster

    

    1984 Herbster

    1984 Print · USGS

    The Lake Superior shoreline near Herbster comes into focus in the mid-1980s, showcasing a landscape of state-managed fishery and wildlife areas. Researchers can trace family-named routes like Matthews Road and Lenawee Road through the Clover township.

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37. 1984 Map of Hart Lake

    

    1984 Hart Lake

    1984 Print · USGS

    Bayfield County in the mid-1980s is defined by its glacial lakes and the expansive reach of the Chequamegon National Forest. Researchers can trace the Burlington Northern rail line or locate local landmarks like Valley View Cem and the Iron River Lookout Tower.

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40. 1984 Map of Island Lake

    

    1984 Island Lake

    1984 Print · USGS

    The Brule River corridor and its famed whitewater rapids define this 1980s survey of the northern Wisconsin woods. Researchers can trace the layout of the Cedar Island Estate, locate the Brule Lookout Tower, and identify dozens of named glacial waters like Lucius Lake.

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43. 1984 Map of Port Wing

    

    1984 Port Wing

    1984 Print · USGS

    Along the shores of Lake Superior in the early 1980s, this area shows the fishing and timber country surrounding Port Wing. Researchers can locate family landmarks like Greenwood Cem and trace the paths of the Flag River and Iron River.

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46. 1989 Map of Ashland

    

    1989 Ashland

    1989 Print · USGS

    Coastal Wisconsin and Michigan at the end of the 1980s show a landscape of deep-water bays, island preserves, and industrial timber towns. Researchers can trace the rail lines of the Soo Line and identify landmarks from Big Bay State Park to the Bad River Indian Reservation.

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