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2015 Map of Merton

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

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Holy Hill and the surrounding glacial topography define this portion of the Washington and Waukesha county line. The landscape is characterized by its numerous kettle lakes and water bodies, including Friess Lake, Lake Keesus, and Lake Five, which are connected by the winding courses of the Oconomowoc River and Bark River. The presence of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail underscores the geological significance of the area, tracing a path through the rolling moraines and past features like the Monches Millpond.

Settlement patterns follow the river valleys and high ground, with historic clusters at Monches, Merton, and Richfield. Genealogists will find a wealth of local history preserved in the numerous burial grounds, such as Saint Clares Cem, Saint Johns Cem, and Union Cem. The map also documents local aviation and recreation, featuring the Erin Aero Airport and the expansive grounds of Camp Whitcomb along the shores of Lake Keesus.