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1959 Map of Glennie

Name: 1959 Topographic Map of Glennie
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1979
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1979

About this map

Barton City and Glennie anchor this late 1950s survey of the northern lake country, where rural life revolves around the Huron National Forest. The landscape is a network of small glacial lakes such as Jewell Lake, Sprinkler Lake, and Curtis Lake, interspersed with active sandpits and gravel pits that reflect the region's local geology. Local history and genealogy interests are well-represented by the Glennie Cem and several community landmarks, including Maple Ridge Sch and the Lott Ch near the southern border.

The southern portion of the map is defined by the expansive Wurtsmith Air Force Range and the Alcona State Forest. Transportation patterns are marked by a prominent Railroad Grade cutting through the center, while fire protection and forest management are evidenced by the Curran Lookout Tower and Hayes Lookout Tower. This edition records the area as it transitioned through the mid-century, prior to significant modern development in these forested townships.