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2016 Map of Lakewood

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Lakewood
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Lake Erie defines the northern boundary of this urbanized corridor, where the residential grids of Lakewood and Rocky River meet at the winding course of the Rocky River. The landscape is shaped by glacial geology, evidenced by the prominent elevations of North Ridge, Center Ridge, and Butternut Ridge, which historically dictated the paths of major thoroughfares like Detroit Rd. To the south, the industrial and logistical character of the region is centered around Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport and the sprawling rail infrastructure at Short Line Junction.

Genealogists and local historians will find a high concentration of burial grounds, including the historic Alger Cem, Lakewood Park Cem, and Saint Patricks Cem. The map also captures the distinct character of neighborhoods such as Clifton Beach and Kamms Corner, alongside the protected green space of the Cleveland Metro Park Dr system that follows the river's valley through Fairview Park and into Brook Park.