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2019 Map of Beacon Hill

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Beacon Hill
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Lake Superior dominates the northern half of this Houghton County landscape, where the Keweenaw Peninsula's shoreline meets the cold waters of the great lake. Along the rugged coastal bluffs, the settlements of Freda, Beacon Hill, and Redridge represent the legacy of the Copper Country's industrial era, situated where the terrain drops toward the water. The Salmon Trout River winds through the eastern portion of the survey, cutting through the elevation to reach its mouth near the coast.

A network of local roads, such as Beacon Hill-Toivola Rd and Redridge Creek Rd, connects these historic communities across the township. The topography is defined by sharp contouring near the shoreline and river valleys, providing a clear look at the drainage patterns into the lake. This 2019 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey captures the modern layout of these historic mining-era towns, preserving the relationship between the small settlements and the imposing landscape of the Upper Peninsula.