1939 Map of Crandon
USGS Topo · Published 1955About this map
The timber-rich landscape of Nicolet National Forest dominates this pre-war survey, centered on the logging and rail infrastructure of Forest County. At Crandon, the intersection of the Chicago and Northwestern RR and the Minneapolis Sault Ste Marie and Atlantic RR marks a vital hub for the region's industry, with numerous spur lines like the Lumber RR and Fire Lane roads reaching into the backcountry. The map reveals a high density of rural schoolhouses, including Metonga Sch and Range Sch, serving the scattered settlements of Hiles and Argonne. Water is a defining feature of the terrain, from the large expanses of Lake Metonga and Lake Lucerne to the winding course of the Peshtigo River. High vantage points like the Hiles Fire Tower provide a glimpse into the forest management practices of the 1930s.
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Editions of this 1939 Crandon Map
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Historical Maps of Crandon Through Time
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