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2015 Map of Merrill

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Merrill
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Merrill occupies a strategic position at the confluence of the Wisconsin River and the Prairie River, where industrial history and local geography intersect. The town's development is closely tied to its waterways, evident in the Alexander Flowage to the west and the Ward Mill Pond near the center of the settlement. These features suggest a legacy of water-powered industry that shaped the early 21st-century layout.

Beyond the urban core, the landscape is dotted with significant local landmarks including Merrill Memorial Park Cem and Saint John Cem, which serve as vital resources for genealogical research. Aviation history is represented by both the Merrill Municipal Airport and the smaller R & S Landing Strip. Natural features like Lake Pesobic and Henrich Lake define the outlying areas, while smaller tributaries such as Devil Cr and Little Hay Meadow Cr drain the surrounding Wisconsin woodlands.