2011 Map of Applegate

About this map

The Black River meanders through this portion of Sanilac County, defining a landscape primarily organized by a rigid grid of agricultural roads. The settlement of Applegate serves as a local hub, anchored by the Applegate Post Office at the intersection of Main Rd and S Sherman Rd. To the south, the community of Croswell sits near the confluence of local waterways, including Mills Creek. Genealogists and local historians will find significant value in the documentation of several burial sites, including Steckley Cemetery in the north and the adjacent Croswell Village Cemetery and Mount Hope Cemetery near the southern boundary. The presence of Old M 51 and various drainage features like Freeman Drain illustrate the long-standing efforts to manage the low-lying terrain for cultivation.