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1955 Map of Winchester

Name: 1955 Topographic Map of Winchester
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1964
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1964

About this map

The Northern Highland State Forest dominates this mid-century landscape of the Northwoods, where the dense concentration of glacial lakes defines every settlement and transport route. Central to the map, Winchester and Manitowish Waters serve as primary hubs within a vast network of water bodies, including Oriole Lake, Lake Adelaide, and Beaver Lake. The southern portion of the sheet is occupied by the Lac Du Flambeau Indian Reservation, illustrating the intersection of state-managed forest lands and tribal territories.

Evidence of the region's transitioning economy is visible in the transportation infrastructure. While the Chicago and North Western railroad still served the area near Powell, several stretches are marked as Old Railroad Grade, reflecting the shift from industrial logging toward the seasonal recreation and conservation era. Notable local landmarks include the Manitowish Waters Sch, the Three Stepping Stones Landing Field, and industrial relics like the Shea Dam and various Pumphouses.