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1954 Map of Charlevoix

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of Charlevoix
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1969
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1969

About this map

Lake Michigan dominates this mid-century survey, defining the coastal identity of the region where the Pine R connects the open waters to Round L. The city of Charlevoix sits at this critical intersection, serving as a hub for both maritime and rail activity. The Chesapeake and Ohio railroad line hugs the eastern shore of the interior waters, supporting the local economy alongside several Gravel Pits and the nearby Charlevoix Airport.

Southward along the coast, the landscape transitions into the protected acreage of the Pigeon River State Forest. The map documents small rural settlements like Birch Hills and Barnard, while tracing numerous coastal drainages including Inwood Creek, McGeagh Creek, and Stover Creek. A Submarine Cable is shown extending from the shoreline deep into the lake, illustrating the technological infrastructure required to connect these northern communities across the water.