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2013 Map of Chesterton

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Chesterton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Porter and the surrounding Porter County landscapes are defined by an intricate network of waterways and residential developments as they appeared in 2013. The northern section is dominated by the E Arm Little Calumet River and a cluster of established neighborhoods like Western Acres, Morgan Park, and Graham Woods. To the south, the terrain shifts into a dense concentration of small glacial lakes, including Wauhob Lake, Long Lake, and Flint Lake, which have shaped the local character through recreational spaces like the Mink Lake Golf Course and Blackhawk Beach.

A system of drainage ditches, such as Peterson Ditch and Swanson Lamporte Ditch, reflects the ongoing management of the area's wetlands. Smaller outlying communities like Babcock, Woodville, and the site of Tratebas Mill illustrate the transition from the concentrated core of Porter to the more dispersed rural-residential landscape. The map also captures specialized land use, notably the Butternut Springs Girl Scout Camp, situated near the headwaters of Damon Run.