2017 Map of Kelso Junction

About this map

Kelso Junction serves as the focal point for this landscape in the Upper Peninsula, where the Kelso River meets the Paint River. The area is defined by its extensive hydrography, dominated by the Michigamme Reservoir and a network of glacial lakes including Upper Holmes Lake, Lower Holmes Lake, and McCutcheon Lake. The road network, including family-named routes like Nelson Rd and Soderena Rd, reflects the local history of settlement and resource management. Industry is subtly noted through features such as Rock Crusher Rd, pointing to the region's long-standing connection to mining and road-building materials. The terrain is a complex of wetlands and small waterways like Saint Paul Cr and Shenky Cr, illustrating the wild character of Iron County's interior woods as they appeared in the early 21st century.