1974 Map of Baraboo NE

About this map

Lake Wisconsin dominates the southern landscape of this mid-1970s orthophotoquad, where the broad waters of the Wisconsin River broaden into a major reservoir. This photographic record, derived from 1974 aerial surveys, provides a clear visual of the land use patterns along the Columbia County shoreline during a period of transition. The imagery reveals the intricate mosaic of woodlots and geometric agricultural fields that characterize this portion of the river valley. The high-contrast black-and-white photography allows for a precise examination of the forest edges and riparian zones, showing how the local topography was managed for farming and recreation decades ago. It serves as a literal visual baseline for the region's shoreline development and rural field patterns.