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2013 Map of Readfield

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Readfield
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The Wolf River defines the landscape of this Waupaca County region, carving a complex network of bayous, cuts, and landings. In the early 21st century, the river's winding course is marked by distinctive navigational points such as Devils Elbow and Little Boom Island. Small riverside settlements and access points like Shaw Landing, Stanleys Landing, and Parfitt Landing suggest a long-standing relationship between the local community and the waterway. To the south, the village of Fremont sits at the edge of Partridge Lake, where the river broadens into a significant body of water.

Away from the riverbanks, the terrain transitions to the agricultural and residential crossroads of Readfield and North Readfield. The presence of small aviation facilities like Curns Airport and McFaul Airport, alongside the Rawhide Boys Camp, indicates a diverse land use that includes both recreational and utility-focused development. The intricate maze of secondary channels, including Horseshoe Bayou, Colic Bayou, and Miller Bayou, highlights the dynamic nature of the river valley's hydrology.