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2014 Map of Gilford

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Gilford
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

The Cass River winds through the southern reaches of this landscape, anchoring the city of Vassar. This portion of Tuscola County is defined by a rigorous grid of section lines and rural routes, reflecting a deeply established agricultural framework. Small community centers such as Gilford and Watrousville serve as historic nodes within the township structure, each maintaining its own local burial grounds like the Watrousville Cem and Gilford Township Cem.

Hydrological management is evident through a series of named watercourses, including Moore Drain and the H-M Drain, which manage the low-lying terrain north of the river. The presence of Odessa Lakes and small rural intersections like Karrs Corner illustrate the localized geography of the region. This 2014 survey documents the enduring settlement patterns and naming conventions that have shaped this part of Michigan's Thumb region for generations.