1969 Map of Fenton

About this map

Lake Fenton dominates the northern landscape of this Genesee County survey, its irregular shoreline dotted with local landmarks like Case Island, Log Cabin Point, and the Lakeside community. The map illustrates a period of significant residential expansion and recreational development around the glacial lake basins, including Lake Ponemah and Silver Lake. The urban center of Fenton is shown in detail, where the Shiawassee River winds through the heart of town near Bush Park and the Eastern School. To the east, the village of Holly serves as a secondary hub, defined by the crossing of the Shiawassee River and the Chesapeake and Ohio railroad corridor. The area's social and educational fabric is well-documented through features such as the Adelphian Academy, multiple historic burial grounds like Oakwood Cemetery, and even mid-century cultural staples like the Drive-in Theater along the southwestern shorelines.