2014 Map of East Tawas OE S

About this map

Lake Huron dominates the aquatic expanse of this offshore survey, providing a clear perspective of the waters just southeast of the Lake Huron shoreline. The map centers on the open water where the boundary of Iosco and Arenac counties runs through the lake. Along the northern edge, the hook of Tawas Point extends into the basin, forming the sheltered waters of Tawas Bay. This charting highlights the transition from the protected coastal inlet to the deeper lake, reflecting the maritime geography of the Tawas area during the early 21st century. The map is largely a study of bathymetry and hydrography, showing the underwater reaches of the Saginaw Bay region without the clutter of terrestrial development.