2011 Map of Chatham

About this map

Chatham and the surrounding rural communities of Eben Junction, Traunik, and Limestone characterize this portion of Alger County. The landscape is defined by the headwaters and tributaries of several drainage systems, including Slapneck Creek and the long course of Johnson Creek. This 2011 survey captures the infrastructure of these small settlements, from the Eben Junction Post Office to the Chatham Hill Ski Area. The township's history is rooted in the section lines and rural roads that connect these dispersed clusters, such as the intersection at Chatham Corners. Notable local landmarks like the Limestone Township Cemetery and the Chatham Landing Strip provide specific points of interest for genealogists and local historians tracking the development of this Upper Peninsula region. The map also details small water bodies like Laakso Lake and Ivars Pond, illustrating the hydrology that has shaped the local economy and settlement patterns.