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2010 Map of Becky Creek

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Becky Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Big Weirgor Creek and its numerous tributaries dominate this northern Wisconsin landscape, revealing a dense network of waterways that includes Spring Creek, Clear Creek, and Becky Creek. The land is defined by a strict grid of rural roads, many bearing the names of local families such as Bihlmeyer Rd, Dearhamer Rd, and Reichel Rd. These names suggest a history of multi-generational land ownership and agricultural settlement in Rusk County.

The presence of Blue Hills Cemetery near the confluence of Devils Creek provides a poignant focal point for genealogical research, anchoring the surrounding rural community. The drainage patterns of Alder Creek across the southern half of the quadrangle illustrate the complex hydrology of this region, where the terrain transitions toward the namesake Becky Creek. This survey offers a clear view of the intersection of family-named local infrastructure and the natural river systems before modern development or shifts in rural population significantly altered the landscape.