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1956 Map of Cumberland

Name: 1956 Topographic Map of Cumberland
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1967
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1967

About this map

Cumberland anchors this mid-century landscape where the glacial topography of northwestern Wisconsin creates a dense network of water bodies and wetlands. The city sits positioned between Beaverdam Lake and the Hay River, serving as a hub for the surrounding rural townships of Maple Plain and Crystal Lake. The map captures a detailed distribution of local civic life, from the Maple Plain Fish Hatchery to numerous country schools like Bergman Sch and McKinley Sch.

A distinct pattern of settlement follows the county lines of Barron Co, Polk Co, and Burnett Co, with small communities such as Indian Creek and Timberland linked by a developing road system. The presence of specialized landmarks like Corpus Christi Ch and St Anthony Ch alongside various gravel pits suggests a community built on both spiritual foundations and local industry. The intricate waterways, including the long stretch of Sand Lake and the winding Clam River, highlight the complex drainage patterns characteristic of this region.