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2022 Map of Shepley

Name: 2022 Topographic Map of Shepley
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2022
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2022

About this map

The Middle Branch Embarrass River and its numerous tributaries, including Dent Cr and Strassburg Cr, dominate this section of Shawano County. The landscape is defined by the winding course of the Mountain-Bay State Trl, which follows a former rail corridor across the northern townships. Small unincorporated settlements like Shepley and Whitcomb serve as local anchors, connected by a network of townline roads such as Wittbern Townline Rd and Wittmar Townline Rd.

Agricultural patterns are evident in the grid-like road system, while names like Five Corners suggest historical crossroads development. The presence of numerous creeks, including Pony Cr and Simpson Cr, indicates a well-watered terrain historically suited for farming and timber. Researchers can trace the intersection of early survey boundaries, such as the line between t27n r11e and t27n r12e, which influenced the placement of local homesteads and access routes.