1945 Map of Mercer
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1945 Map of Mercer

USGS Topo · Published 1945

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Mercer Lake and the surrounding Iron County wetlands appear here during a period of significant hydroelectric development and logging-era transition. The map captures the extensive Flambeau River flowage system, documenting the impact of the Dam on the natural landscape of the Mercer and Sherman townships. Transportation is defined by the Chicago and Northwestern rail line and the emerging network of Trunk Highways. Local life is anchored by landmarks such as the Springstead Sch and the Mercer Fire Tower, which provided essential oversight of the surrounding timberlands. The southern portion of the sheet reaches into the Lac du Flambeau Indian Reservation, showing a complex terrain of glacial lakes like Lac de Beaumont and Pike Lake amidst the marshes.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1945
Date Published1945
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:48,000
Physical Dimensions18.58 x 26.44 inches

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This is the sole edition of this map. No revisions or reprints were ever made.


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