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1954 Map of Manitowoc

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of Manitowoc
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1972
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1972

About this map

Manitowoc and Two Rivers anchor this Lake Michigan shoreline survey, illustrating a mid-century industrial and maritime hub. The landscape is defined by the convergence of the West Twin River and East Twin River at Two Rivers, while the Manitowoc River serves the larger port to the south. Transportation networks are prominent, including the Chicago and North Western railroad and the Municipal Airport.

Genealogists and local historians will find significant detail in the numerous rural schoolhouses and cemeteries, such as the Francis Creek National Cem and several now-noted abandoned facilities like Salem Sch and Fillmore Sch. The coastal periphery is marked by the expansive Point Beach State Forest and the Rawley Point Lighthouse, while institutional landmarks like the County Asylum and Holy Family Convent reflect the social infrastructure of the era.