Old Maps of Birch, Wisconsin for Metal Detecting

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Birch, WI maps

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  1. 1950 Map of Tomahawk, 1956 Print
    1950 Map of Tomahawk, 1956 Print
    1950 Tomahawk
    1956 Print · USGS
    The river and rail networks of Lincoln County are captured here in the early fifties, centering on the industrial activity of the Wisconsin River. Genealogists and historians can trace family roots through numerous country schools and cemeteries like Calvary Cemetery, Little Pine Creek School, and the settlement at Irma.

  2. 1952 Map of Tomahawk
    1952 Map of Tomahawk
    1952 Tomahawk
    1952 Print · USGS
    Wisconsin's timber country comes into focus in the early fifties as the river-driven economy of Lincoln County transitions toward modernization. Genealogists and historians can locate rural landmarks like Irma, the Dotter Sch (Abandoned), and Calvary Cem.

  3. 1954 Map of Iron Mountain, 1964 Print
    1954 Map of Iron Mountain, 1964 Print
    1954 Iron Mountain
    1964 Print · USGS
    Upper Michigan and Northeastern Wisconsin are shown in detail during the mid-fifties, when the logging and mining economies still moved by rail. Trace the rail lines of the Soo Line to remote stops like Koepenick Station or explore the Iron Range near Iron Mountain.
    2 unique versions available

  4. 1959 Map of Iron Mountain
    1959 Map of Iron Mountain
    1959 Iron Mountain
    1959 Print · USGS
    The northwoods of Wisconsin and the Michigan border are captured here in the mid-fifties, showing a landscape defined by timber, water, and rail. Researchers can trace historic junctions like Hiles Junction, the expansive Nicolet National Forest, and lakefront settlements from Rhinelander to Tomahawk.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 1966 Map of Tomahawk, 1968 Print
    1966 Map of Tomahawk, 1968 Print
    1966 Tomahawk
    1968 Print · USGS
    Lincoln County in the mid-sixties remains a landscape defined by timber, water power, and the rail lines connecting them. Genealogists and historians can trace families and industries through sites like Kings Dam, Bethany Ch, and the rural community of Irma.

  6. 1982 Map of Tomahawk, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Tomahawk, 1983 Print
    1982 Tomahawk
    1983 Print · USGS
    The industrial and riparian heart of Lincoln County is shown here in the early eighties, centered on the confluence of the Wisconsin and Spirit Rivers. Genealogists and local historians can trace the foundations of Tomahawk and Jersey City, alongside landmarks like Oak Hill Cem and the Kings Dam Powerplant.

  7. 1982 Map of Bloomville, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Bloomville, 1983 Print
    1982 Bloomville
    1983 Print · USGS
    Glacial lakes and river branches define this Lincoln County landscape in the early 1980s. Genealogists and local historians can trace the rural communities of Bloomville and Gleason, or locate family sites near St Johns Cem and the Old Railroad Grade.

  8. 1982 Map of Irma, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Irma, 1983 Print
    1982 Irma
    1983 Print · USGS
    Lincoln County in the early eighties was a landscape of dense glacial lakes and rural townships like Rock Falls. Trace family connections and local history at Bethany Ch, the Lincoln Hills School, and Woodlawn Cem.

  9. 1982 Map of Harrison, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Harrison, 1983 Print
    1982 Harrison
    1983 Print · USGS
    Lincoln County’s glacial lakelands are captured here in the early eighties, showcasing a region defined by its logging history and water. Genealogists and historians can trace former timber corridors like the Green Grade or locate the local Townhall and the settlement of Harrison.

  10. 1990 Map of Merrill, 1991 Print
    1990 Map of Merrill, 1991 Print
    1990 Merrill
    1991 Print · USGS
    Wisconsin's Northwoods transition from timber industry to recreation in the 1990s, centered on the river corridors of Lincoln and Langlade counties. Genealogists and historians can trace rail history along the Soo Line and Old RR Grade between Merrill and Antigo.

  11. 2010 Map of Tomahawk, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Tomahawk, 2010 Print
    2010 Tomahawk
    2010 Print · USGS
    Wisconsin’s Northwoods and its industrial riverfront are captured here in the early twenty-first century. Genealogists and local historians can trace the development of Tomahawk and Jersey City near landmarks like Calvary Cemetery and the Kings Dam.

  12. 2010 Map of Bloomville, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Bloomville, 2010 Print
    2010 Bloomville
    2010 Print · USGS
    Lincoln County during the early 2000s reveals a landscape of managed waterways and rural crossroads. Local researchers can trace family histories at Saint Johns Cemetery and locate civil engineering landmarks like the Prairie Dell Dam and Doering E12.129 Dam.

  13. 2010 Map of Harrison, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Harrison, 2010 Print
    2010 Harrison
    2010 Print · USGS
    Lincoln County’s glacial landscape is on full display in this survey from the early 2000s. Researchers can trace the water systems around the village of Harrison, identifying landmarks like the Lloyd Hilgendorf G-9001 Dam and high points in the Harrison Hills.

  14. 2010 Map of Irma, 2010 Print
    2010 Map of Irma, 2010 Print
    2010 Irma
    2010 Print · USGS
    Irma and the surrounding Wisconsin lake country are captured here during the first decade of the 21st century. Researchers can locate family landmarks like Woodlawn Cemetery, the Grandmother Falls WP185 Dam, and the rural junction of Otis.

  15. 2013 Map of Bloomville, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Bloomville, 2013 Print
    2013 Bloomville
    2013 Print · USGS
    Northwestern Wisconsin at the start of the decade reveals a landscape of glacial lakes and river valleys near Bloomville. Researchers can trace the path of the Ice Age Natl Scenic Trl past Allen Lake and along the banks of the Prairie River.

  16. 2013 Map of Harrison, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Harrison, 2013 Print
    2013 Harrison
    2013 Print · USGS
    Harrison and the surrounding Lincoln County highlands are shown here in the early twenty-first century, just as the regional trail network was being formalized. Genealogists and outdoor historians can trace the Ice Age Natl Scenic Trl as it passes Harrison Hills and dozens of glacial lakes like Sump Lake and Ament Lake.

  17. 2013 Map of Tomahawk, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Tomahawk, 2013 Print
    2013 Tomahawk
    2013 Print · USGS
    The Wisconsin River corridor at the start of the 2010s shows a landscape deeply integrated with its waters. Trace the layout of riverfront settlements like Tomahawk and Jersey City, or locate specific landmarks from Bradley Park to the shores of Lake Mohawksin.

  18. 2013 Map of Irma, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Irma, 2013 Print
    2013 Irma
    2013 Print · USGS
    Lincoln County in the early 2010s reveals a landscape defined by its glacial lakes and the winding Wisconsin River. Genealogists and local historians can trace family-named routes and small settlements like Irma and Otis, or locate the Rock Falls Lookout Tower and Schulz Spur.

  19. 2015 Map of Harrison, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Harrison, 2015 Print
    2015 Harrison
    2015 Print · USGS
    Harrison and the surrounding Lincoln County lake country are documented here in the mid-2010s, showcasing a landscape of glacial hills and timbered tracts. Genealogists and local historians can locate specific properties and landmarks near Harrison, Lake Alice, and the Harrison Hills.

  20. 2015 Map of Irma, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Irma, 2015 Print
    2015 Irma
    2015 Print · USGS
    Lincoln County's northwoods character is on full display in this mid-2010s survey of the areas around Irma and Otis. Trace rural cemetery sites like Woodlawn Cemetery, explore the dense network of kettle lakes, and locate local landmarks such as Irma Hill.

  21. 2015 Map of Tomahawk, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Tomahawk, 2015 Print
    2015 Tomahawk
    2015 Print · USGS
    Wisconsin's Northwoods come into focus in this recent survey of the river-side settlements in Lincoln County. Researchers can trace local heritage at Calvary Cem and Oak Hill Cem or explore the extensive shorelines of Lake Alice and Lake Mohawksin.

  22. 2015 Map of Bloomville, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Bloomville, 2015 Print
    2015 Bloomville
    2015 Print · USGS
    Lincoln County's glaciated terrain and rural crossroads are captured here in the mid-2010s. Genealogists and local historians can trace family locations near Bloomville, Gleason, and Saint Johns Cem, or follow the winding path of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail.

  23. 2018 Map of Harrison, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Harrison, 2018 Print
    2018 Harrison
    2018 Print · USGS
    The community of Harrison is seen here in the late twenty-teens, surrounded by the high terrain of the Harrison Hills. Outdoor historians and researchers can trace the route of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail or locate remote landmarks like Porcupine Mtn and Jackknife Lake.

  24. 2018 Map of Irma, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Irma, 2018 Print
    2018 Irma
    2018 Print · USGS
    Lincoln County’s lake country is captured in the late 2010s, showing a landscape defined by the Wisconsin River and a dense network of glacial waters. Local researchers can trace family sites near Irma or locate historic landmarks like Woodlawn Cem and the Circle K Airport.

  25. 2018 Map of Bloomville, 2018 Print
    2018 Map of Bloomville, 2018 Print
    2018 Bloomville
    2018 Print · USGS
    Lincoln County’s glacial landscape and rural communities are captured here in the late twenty-teens. Genealogists and hikers can trace the Ice Age National Scenic Trail as it passes near Saint Johns Cem and the settlement at Gleason.

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