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1972 Map of High Falls Reservoir

Name: 1972 Topographic Map of High Falls Reservoir
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1975
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1975

About this map

Hydroelectric power generation and outdoor recreation define this reach of the Peshtigo River in the early 1970s. The landscape is dominated by a chain of major impoundments, including the Caldron Falls Reservoir and the expansive High Falls Reservoir. These waters are controlled by a series of significant engineering works, most notably the Caldron Falls Dam, High Falls Dam, and Johnson Falls Dam, which harness the river's descent through northern Wisconsin.

The surrounding townships of Silver Cliff, Stephenson, and Athelstane are characterized by public lands and seasonal destinations. From the Veterans Memorial Park on the southern shores to the Landing Strip near the northern boundary, the map reveals a region focused on conservation and lakefront access. Rugged terrain features like Thunder Mountain rise above a dense network of smaller water bodies such as Eagle Lake and Thunder Lake, while the local transportation network is served by forest-adjacent routes like Parkway Road and Ranch Road.