2018 Map of Newton

About this map

The unincorporated settlements of Newton and Purdy anchor this part of Vernon County, positioned within a landscape defined by the branching tributaries of the Bad Axe River. The terrain is characterized by a series of prominent ridges and deep hollows, such as Nottingham Ridge and the extensive Norwegian Hollow, which historically dictated the pattern of travel and settlement in the region. Agricultural activity and rural life are centered around these high points, with roads like Irish Ridge Rd following the crests of the land. Small local landmarks like Haukley Cem and Zion Cem provide specific points of interest for genealogists tracing families in the driftless area. The drainage of the N Fork Bad Axe River and S Fork Bad Axe River create a complex system of valleys, including Frohock Valley and Purdy Valley, that reveal the underlying geological structure of the Wisconsin countryside.