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2017 Map of Belle Isle

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Belle Isle
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Belle Isle serves as the focal point of the riverine landscape between Detroit and the international border. This modern topographic study illustrates the intricate water features of the island park, including Lake Muskoday, Blue Heron Lagoon, and Lake Okonoka. The map documents the high density of the Detroit riverfront, stretching from the residential corridors along Jefferson Ave to the established neighborhoods of Grosse Pointe Park.

Across the Detroit River, the Canadian shoreline remains largely dominated by natural drainage systems like Little River and Pike Cr. The transition from the urban grid of Detroit to the open waters of Lake Saint Clair is marked by Windmill Point, showing the strategic geography where the river meets the lake. This edition provides a precise look at the modern street layout and the shipping channels that define this border region.