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2013 Map of Sparta

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

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Sparta serves as the central hub of this Monroe County landscape, where the confluence of Beaver Cr and the La Crosse River shaped the early layout of the town. The residential and commercial grid is tightly clustered around Perch Lake 143, while the surrounding countryside transitions into the agricultural valleys and bluffs typical of the region. To the north, Angelo sits adjacent to Angelo Pond, while the southern reaches of the map follow the Little LaCrosse River toward the settlement of Leon.

Geographical landmarks such as Putnam Ridge, Castle Rock, and Balls Bluff provide natural orientation points across the terrain. The presence of Farmers Valley and several named creeks, including Silver Cr and Sand Cr, illustrates the well-watered drainage system that has historically supported the area's local farms and small-town development. This survey provides a clear look at the intersection of local roads and natural waterways that continue to define the community's footprint.