2017 Map of Elba

About this map

The Genesee and Lapeer County line bisects this landscape of glacial lakes and river valleys in eastern Michigan. The settlement of Elba serves as a central point, surrounded by a high density of rural burial grounds including Elba Township Cemetery, German Cemetery, and the Flint River Cemetery. Significant water features dominate the northern and southern reaches, from the expansive Holloway Reservoir and the Flint River to the smaller basins of Potters Lake and Skinner Lake. The terrain is also defined by an intricate network of drainage systems like the Hammond and Misener Drain and Washington Drain, which support the local agriculture and land management of the region. Aviation history is noted by the presence of John's Airport, while the proximity of various small lakes such as Pero Lake and Bronson Lake highlights the post-war development of lakefront property and recreational land use.