2014 Map of Detroit

About this map

The Detroit River serves as the focal point for this urban landscape, marking the international border between the United States and Canada. Dense street grids extend away from the water, passing through historical neighborhoods like Delray and reaching toward the industrial margins of Ecorse and the heavy manufacturing footprint of Zug Island. The map documents the city's complex transit infrastructure, from the iconic Ambassador Bridge and MacArthur Bridge to the subterranean Detroit Windsor Tunnel. Significant institutional and cultural sites are scattered throughout the city, including the expansive grounds of Wayne State University, the historic fortifications of Fort Wayne, and several large burial grounds such as Mt Elliott Cem and Elmwood Cem. The presence of Belle Isle in the river highlights the city's relationship with its waterways, providing a distinct contrast to the surrounding commercial and residential districts.