2010 Map of Grandfather Falls

About this map

The Wisconsin River dominates this north-central Wisconsin landscape as it flows toward the southern boundary, controlled by industrial infrastructure at the Upper Grandfather Falls Dam. This segment of the river is defined by the Grandfather Flowage 2295, a significant water body created by the damming of the natural falls. The topography is shaped by various glacial remnants, including the prominent Ninemile Hill in the south and several isolated lakes such as Morrison Lake and June Lake in the northwest. Numerous watercourses, including the New Wood River, Kelly Creek, and Ripley Creek, thread through the timbered terrain, illustrating the dense drainage network characteristic of Lincoln County. This 2010 survey highlights the intersection of modern hydroelectric management with the natural water-driven geography of the region.