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2016 Map of Cassville

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Cassville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

The Mississippi River forms the central character of this riverine landscape, where the state boundaries of Wisconsin and Iowa meet amidst a complex network of channels and backwaters. Steep bluffs rise from the water's edge, housing the settlement of Cassville on the Wisconsin side and North Buena Vista across the river in Iowa. This area is defined by its dramatic relief, with named heights like Hefel Ridge and Sugar Loaf overlooking the river valley.

The presence of numerous local burial grounds, including the Immaculate Conception Cem and Saint Charles Cem, reflects the long-standing community roots established along these bluffs. Transport and industry are marked by the A S T railroad line and the Great River RD, which winds through the terrain. Away from the main channel, the map reveals a maze of sloughs and islands, such as Crooked Slough, Long Slough, and Sweezy Island, illustrating the dynamic nature of the upper Mississippi's alluvial environment.