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1958 Map of Cross Village

Name: 1958 Topographic Map of Cross Village
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1977
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1977

About this map

Cross Village and the remote coastline of northern Emmet County are the primary focus of this late-1950s survey. The landscape is characterized by a mix of established coastal settlements and the dense timber of Hardwood State Forest. The map captures a unique transition where land meets the water, documenting the intricate topography of Mc Cort Hill and Island View Hill alongside the shallow hazards of Lake Michigan such as Dahlia Shoal.

Genealogists and local historians will find significant detail in the placement of numerous cemeteries, including Holy Cross Cem and Indian Cem, reflecting the area's deep community roots. Education and local industry are marked by features like the Sogonosh Valley Sch and several gravel pits, while the maritime history of the region is anchored by the Ile aux Galets Light standing off the coast. The northern reach is dominated by Wilderness State Park, showing the protected islands of Waugoshance Island and Temperance Island.