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2018 Map of Hixton

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Hixton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

Hixton and the nearby settlement of Sechlerville anchor the southern reaches of this Wisconsin landscape, where the Trempealeau River flows through the driftless-style topography. The map reveals a history of public health challenges through the presence of the Diphtheria Cem and Smallpox Cem in the northern hills near Mound View Rock. These specific burial grounds, along with the Lutheran Cem and Trinity Rest Cem, provide unique touchstones for genealogical research in Jackson County.

Deep coulees and ridges define the drainage patterns, with Ellingson Coulee, Smith Coulee, and Curran Coulee carving into the terrain. Along the eastern edge, the North Branch settlement sits near the headwaters of the N Br Trempealeau River. The road network, including the aptly named Cheese Factory Rd and Swede Town Rd, reflects the agricultural and cultural heritage of the rural townships surrounding Northfield Lake.