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2019 Map of Chippewa Lake South

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

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Chippewa Lake and the village of Rodney serve as the primary anchors for this area of Mecosta County, where glacial topography is defined by a dense concentration of kettle lakes and wetlands. The landscape is interconnected by a network of drainage features including Chippewa Cr and Cole Cr, which flow through the undulating terrain of Chippewa and Martiny Townships. Small family and community landmarks such as the Kirschner Farm Cem and Martiny Cem provide specific points of interest for local history and genealogy.

Transportation in the region relies on a grid of rural routes including 19 Mile Rd and Arthur Rd, while aviation is represented by Mecosta Morton Airport and Capen Airport. The numerous water bodies, ranging from the prominent Horsehead Lake to the smaller Nijode Lakes, suggest a landscape historically shaped by both agricultural pursuits and seasonal recreation. Industrial activity is subtly noted by Gravel Pit Dr, reflecting the local geology's utility.