2010 Map of Holmen

About this map

Mississippi River braided channels and expansive backwaters dominate the landscape between Wisconsin and Minnesota in this 2010 study. The intricate network of waterways, including The Bullet Chute, Dodge Chute, and the Dresbach Slough, illustrates a complex riparian environment that defines local settlement patterns. On the Wisconsin side, the prairie terrace is home to New Amsterdam and the growing community of Holmen, while the Minnesota riverbank is closely traced by transportation routes serving Dakota and Dresbach. Local history is preserved in several rural burial grounds such as Green Mound Cemetery and Long Coulee Cemetery, situated near Amsterdam Prairie. The southern portion of the map transition into the industrial and transit footprint of the La Crosse Municipal Airport, highlighting the regional importance of this river corridor for both navigation and aviation.