2010 Map of Upson

About this map

The northern Iron County landscape near Upson is defined by a dense network of watercourses and timberland roads. The Potato River and its tributaries, including Apple Creek and Norman Creek, drain the eastern portion of the quadrangle, while the many branches of Tyler Forks dominate the central and southern reaches. Small settlements and specialized outposts like Rouse and McIver Camp are connected by a system of gravel and forest routes, including Casey Sag Rd and Obrien Lake Rd. This area reflects the late twentieth and early twenty-first-century character of northern Wisconsin, where the economy centers on forestry and outdoor recreation. Water bodies like Shirley Lake, O'Brien Lake, and Twin Lakes serve as focal points for local navigation and landmarks for those studying the hydrologic patterns of the region.