1945 Map of Amasa

About this map

The mining and timber settlement of Amasa serves as the focal point of this Iron County study, situated at the confluence of the Hemlock River and Little Hemlock Creek. The industrial footprint of the mid-20th century is evident in the rail lines of the Milwaukee Chicago and Pacific and the presence of extractive sites like the Warner Mine and Porter Mine. These features point to the region's historical dependence on iron ore, reflected further in the naming of the Hematite Cem and the Hematite terrain label. Beyond the town, the landscape is defined by an intricate network of glacial lakes and waterways, including Fire Lake, Swan Lake, and the winding Paint River. Unusual landmarks such as the Casagranda Race Track and Erickson Landing provide specific touchpoints for local historians and genealogists researching family ties to the Upper Peninsula's interior during this era of transition.