2011 Map of Dowagiac

About this map

Dowagiac serves as the primary urban hub on this southwest Michigan landscape, where the Dowagiac Creek winds through the center of town past the Riverside Cemetery and Mill Pond. The map reveals a dense network of rural burial grounds that speak to the long-standing family histories of Cass County, including Dewey Cemetery, Van Riper Cemetery, and Whitmanville Cemetery. These sites are scattered around smaller settlements like La Grange and Dailey, which maintain their distinct identities amidst the agricultural grid. To the southeast, Cassopolis anchors the area near Stone Lake, providing a secondary focus of civic life at the Cassopolis Post Office and the nearby Cass County Fairgrounds. The waterway system, including Pokagon Creek and La Grange Lake, remains a central feature, supporting recreational spots such as Camp Baber and the Cool Springs Campground.