1956 Map of Reedsburg

About this map

The Baraboo River carves a winding path through the heart of the Driftless Area, anchoring a corridor of rail-dependent settlements in the mid-1950s. The Chicago and North Western railroad dictates the local geography, connecting Wonewoc, La Valle, and the bustling hub of Reedsburg. This survey captures the region during a period of transition for its rural education system, evidenced by the numerous district schools like Oak Hill Sch and the notation of the St Paul Sch (Abandoned). Near the southern edge, the Teachers College in Reedsburg stands as a significant landmark for regional professional development. The landscape is defined by tight ridges such as Harrison Ridge and Mullin Ridge, where small family cemeteries like Reese Cem and Solchenberger Cem are found tucked into the hollows. Distinctive geologic features, including Lighthouse Rock and Castle Rocks, serve as prominent natural markers amidst the network of dairy farms and woodlots.