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1958 Map of North Freedom

Name: 1958 Topographic Map of North Freedom
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1980
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1980

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The Baraboo River winds through this mid-century landscape, anchoring the settlements of North Freedom and Rock Springs. This area is defined by the contrast between agricultural valleys and the dramatic topography of Happy Hill and the Devils Lake State Park boundary. To the east, the massive industrial footprint of the Badger Ordnance Works stands in stark relief against the surrounding farmland of Sumpter and Honey Creek.

Genealogists and local historians will find a dense network of social infrastructure, including the Free Thinkers Hall near Leland and the Mt Ida Convent. Rural education is well-documented with numerous district institutions like Pewits Nest Sch and Elder Ridge Sch. Transportation is dominated by the Chicago and North Western railroad, which follows the river's path, while smaller hamlets like Denzer and Witwen serve as points of interest along the southern creeks.