1965 Map of Monico NE

About this map

Cranberry Bogs and specialized wetland agriculture define the northwestern corner of this mid-1960s Northwoods landscape near Three Lakes. The map reveals a transition between active industrial transport and the sprawling timberlands of the Nicolet National Forest, which covers the eastern half of the quadrangle. The Soo Line passes through the southern portion near Atkins, while an Old Railroad Grade further north traces the legacy of earlier logging operations. The intricate waterway system, including the Eagle River, Atkins Lake, and James Lake, illustrates the classic glacial drainage patterns of the Oneida and Forest County border. Local infrastructure is sparse, characterized by scattered Gravel Pits and the winding courses of Monico Creek and Wildcat Creek, marking a period when these forests were managed for both timber production and conservation.