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2013 Map of Empire Swamp

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Empire Swamp
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The Upper Tamarack River and a network of northern streams define this portion of Douglas County, Wisconsin. This landscape is characterized by its drainage systems, including the southward-flowing Crotte Cr and the winding course of Sheosh Cr. The presence of the Summit Lookout Tower in the northwest corner highlights a high point in the terrain, suggesting a focus on forest observation and management within this wooded expanse.

Surface transportation is limited to rural routes and logging roads that navigate the complex hydrology. Gregorson Rd and Empire Wilderness Rd provide primary access through the center of the quadrangle, intersecting with Co Hwy-M. These roads follow the natural contours of the land between the numerous tributaries like Bear Cr and Thompson Cr, illustrating the challenges of travel in an area dominated by wetlands and watercourses.