1960 Map of Genesee

About this map

The Fox River meanders through the heart of Waukesha County in this topographic survey, defining a landscape of glacial lowlands and early agricultural settlements. The rural character is anchored by small crossroads such as Wales, Saylesville, and Vernon, with the Saylesville Millpond and Hayslope Lake serving as prominent water features. Transportation and industry are clearly etched into the terrain, from the Chicago and North Western and Milwaukee St Paul and Pacific railroads to the numerous Gravel Pits and Quarries dotting the township lines. Regional social life is visible through landmarks like the Country Club, Lawrence Sch, and Vernon Ch. A unique revision layer in purple identifies the expanding urban footprint and road improvements near Genesee Depot and the outskirts of Waukesha, marking the transition from a traditional farming economy to suburban growth during the mid-century period.