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1985 Map of Croton

Name: 1985 Topographic Map of Croton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1985
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1985

About this map

The Muskegon River serves as the central artery of this Newaygo County landscape, dominated by the significant reservoirs of Hardy Dam Pond and Croton Pond. The presence of Hardy Dam and Croton Dam illustrates the mid-century transformation of the river valley into a source of power and recreation. While much of the terrain is protected within the Manistee National Forest, residential pockets like Croton Heights and Riverview occupy the high ground overlooking the water.

Genealogists and local historians can locate established burial grounds such as Croton Cem and Oak Grove Cem, which predate the recreational expansion. The map also records the location of Croton Sta and several county parks including Kimble County Park and Big Bend Park, reflecting the area's development as a destination for outdoor activity. Smaller water bodies like Bills Lake and Pettit Lake dot the southern reaches of the quadrangle, connected by systems like Ransom Creek.