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1962 Map of Florence SW

Name: 1962 Topographic Map of Florence SW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1964
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1964

About this map

Nicolet National Forest encompasses much of this Wisconsin landscape, where the Popple River winds through the southern terrain, marked by several distinct rapids. The rural settlement of Fern serves as a focal point for local history researchers, situated near the intersection of various creek systems like Woods Creek and Patten Creek. This 1962 field-checked survey illustrates a region defined by its timber and water resources, with numerous small lakes such as Patten Lake, Price Lake, and Lund Lake scattered throughout the glacial topography.

Evidence of local industry and infrastructure appears in the form of several Gravel Pits and the Roadside Park along the highway. The map clearly delineates the National Forest Boundary, showing how the protected forest lands interface with private sections and the township lines of Florence and Fern. The presence of Haymarsh and various tributary streams like Haley Creek and Hendricks Creek highlight the drainage patterns that shaped early land use in Florence County.