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2010 Map of Genoa

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Genoa
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

The Mississippi River defines the western edge of this landscape, where the main channel and a complex network of side-waters like Indian Slough, Lost Channel, and Goose Lake meet the rising bluffs of Vernon County. The topography is dominated by deep coulees and sharp ridges, including Genoa Ridge and Victory Ridge, which dictate the winding paths of rural roads like Mound Ridge Rd. The settlement of Genoa sits tucked against the river, while the small community of Romance is positioned further inland along the North Fork Bad Axe River.

Genealogists can find several burial sites including Riverside Cemetery near the northern banks and German Cemetery further south. Local industry and infrastructure are represented by the Genoa Fish Hatchery Pond One Dam and the strategically placed Bad Axe Landing. The map also captures numerous family-named terrain features such as Thompson Hollow and Johnson Ridge, reflecting a long history of upland farming and land ownership.