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2016 Map of Melvina

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Melvina
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

The Little La Crosse River carves a winding path through this corner of Monroe County, defining the drainage patterns for numerous local landmarks including Leon Valley and Steele Coulee. This 2016 survey documents the small village of Melvina and the northern outskirts of Cashton, showcasing a landscape deeply segmented by narrow valleys and ridges. The topography reveals several named coulees and hollows, such as Lyon Valley and Pine Hollow, which have long dictated the placement of roads and homesteads in the region.

Local history and genealogy interests are anchored by sites like Union Cem near Melvina and Pine Hollow Cem to the south. The rural road network, featuring names like Jade Rd and Kate Ave, connects established settlements like Leon and Portland. From the heights of Link Hill to the waters of Pinnacle Rock Pond, the map provides a contemporary record of the land use and physical geography in these driftless area communities.