2019 Map of Jewett Creek

About this map

Hillman occupies the western edge of this Alpena County landscape, where the Thunder Bay River winds through a complex system of northern Michigan wetlands. The drainage of this area is largely defined by the Upper South Branch Thunder Bay River and its various tributaries, including Jewett Cr and Triax Cr. To the north, the terrain is dominated by the sprawling Long Swamp, while the southern portion of the map is significantly altered by the presence of Fletcher Pond, a large reservoir that has redefined the local hydrology. The road network, including Doyle School Rd and Jacks Landing Rd, provides access to several interior water bodies like Sylvester Lake and Coombs Lake, reflecting the region's importance for water management and recreation. The transition from large-scale swamp and reservoir environments to the village of Hillman illustrates the varying ways water has shaped the development of this rural county.