1955 Map of Mercer

About this map

Mercer serves as the primary hub in this lake-rich region of Iron County, situated along the Chicago and North Western rail line. The landscape is defined by an intricate network of water bodies, including Moose Lake and Lac de Beaumont, which supported the early 20th-century timber and nascent tourism industries. In the southern portion of the quadrangle, the small settlement of Springstead is centered around the Springstead Sch and a namesake Springstead Lookout Tower, used for fire detection within the surrounding timberlands. Portions of the Northern Highland State Forest cover the eastern sections, while landmarks like Bonies Mound and Murrays Landing indicate specific points of elevation and river access. Local civic life is anchored by the Town Hall and the Mercer Cem, providing valuable touchstones for those researching the genealogy of Northwoods families.