1961 Map of Augusta

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The Kalamazoo River winds through this landscape, marking a vital corridor between Augusta and the industrial fringes of Battle Creek. During the early 1960s, this area was defined by a heavy military and institutional presence, centered on the sprawling grounds of Fort Custer State Park and the Custer Air Force Station. The map illustrates a complex transportation network where the Penn Central and Grand Trunk Western railroads parallel major thoroughfares like Dickman Road. Local life is anchored by residential clusters at Level Park and Oak Park, while several rural burying grounds, including Lawler Cem and Bedford Cem, offer valuable data for genealogists. The southern portion of the sheet reveals a distinct change in pace, transitioning to a dense cluster of water bodies like Portage Lake and Eagle Lake, highlighting the region's natural hydrography alongside significant landmarks such as the Veterans Administration Hospital.