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1976 Map of Sparta NW, 1978 Print
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1976 Map of Sparta NW

USGS Topo · Published 1978

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The La Crosse River carves a dark, meandering path through the heart of this landscape, flanked by the distinct agricultural patterns of the driftless region. In the mid-1970s, the corridor between Bangor and Rockland served as a vital transportation artery, with major road and rail lines following the natural level grade of the river valley. The surrounding uplands are defined by intricate contour farming and timbered ridges, where smaller waterways like Burns Creek, Big Creek, and Fish Creek feed into the main valley. This orthophotograph provides a clear look at the intersection of rural land management and early modern infrastructure, capturing the layout of these small Wisconsin villages during a period of steady mid-century growth.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1976
Date Published1978
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.18 x 27.01 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain