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2011 Map of Alma North

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Alma North
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Alma occupies the southern reaches of this landscape, where the Pine River and Sugar Creek converge amidst a well-defined grid of section roads. The area is characterized by small agricultural hamlets and crossroads such as Elwell, Summerton, and Forest Hill, reflecting the enduring rural character of Gratiot County. Significant local landmarks include the Elwell Post Office and the Alma Post Office, which serve as anchors for these communities.

Genealogists will find several burial sites distributed across the townships, including Coe Cemetery in the northeast and Chapel Gardens Cemetery to the southwest. The geography is defined by a network of waterways like Honeyoey Creek and Salt Creek, which drain the surrounding farmland. Modern land use is also visible through features like the Hidden Oaks Golf Course and recreation areas surrounding Madison Lake, showing the transition from purely agricultural use to mixed residential and leisure spaces.