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USGS Topo · Published 1971About this map
Mt Horeb and Cross Plains anchor this 1962 topographical study of western Dane County, depicting a landscape defined by its glacial heritage and agrarian roots. The region is bisected by the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul and Pacific railroad, which follows the winding course of Black Earth Creek through the central valley. Notable scientific and cultural landmarks include the Pine Bluff Observatory and the Radio Tower (WISC-TV) near Madison, alongside localized features like the Richardson Cave and the Drive-in Theater near Middleton.
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Map Details
Date Portrayed1962
Date Published1971
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions17.5 x 21.2 inches
Editions of this 1962 Cross Plains Map
2 editions found
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Source Details
SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain