1985 Map of Ford River

About this map

The Ford River winds toward the waters of Green Bay in this 1980s provisional study of Delta County. This coastal landscape is defined by the heavy timber of the Escanaba River State Forest and a series of small, dispersed settlements including Narenta, Hyde, and Pine Ridge. The Chicago and North Western rail corridor provides the primary infrastructure link across the northern interior, connecting these rural outposts. Local life is anchored by community landmarks such as the West Ford River Cem, Ford River Sch, and the Highland Country Club. Near the shoreline, the map identifies small lakes and seasonal landmarks like North Lake and Island View, alongside modern communication infrastructure including Radio Towers (WBDN).