1973 Map of Ettrick

About this map

Ettrick and the surrounding coulees of Trempealeau County are meticulously documented in this mid-1970s survey, showcasing the deeply dissected landscape of western Wisconsin. The settlement pattern follows the intricate valley floors, with small communities like Frenchville, Iduna, and Chapultepec situated along the drainage systems of French Creek and the North Fork and South Fork of the Beaver Creek system. The map is particularly valuable for genealogical research, identifying numerous country burial grounds including Vor Frelsers Cem, Ettrick Cem, and St Bridget Cem. Elevated terrain features like Arcadia Ridge and Peacock Hill frame the narrow agricultural valleys, while landmarks such as the French Creek Ch reflect the area's rural social fabric. The presence of multiple quarries throughout the ridges suggests a local industry focused on the area’s limestone and sandstone deposits, which define the geography between Oak Ridge and American Valley.