1974 Map of Sherwood

About this map

Lake Winnebago's northeastern shore dominates this mid-1970s landscape, where the dramatic elevation of High Cliff creates a sharp natural boundary between the water and the agricultural uplands. The era’s industrial footprint is visible through the Industrial Waste Ponds and the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul and Pacific railroad line cutting through the terrain. A clear transition toward recreation and modern development is evident in the presence of High Cliff State Park, which preserves the historic Limekiln Ruins and the High Cliff Country Club. The map provides a detailed view of shifting land use as the urban edges of Appleton expand, reaching toward smaller communities like Darboy and Sherwood. Local history is anchored by sites such as Sacred Heart Cem and the Wisconsin International Raceway, illustrating the varied cultural and economic layers of Calumet and Outagamie counties during this period.