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2017 Map of Mayville

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Mayville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Mayville serves as the primary hub in this portion of the Michigan Thumb, situated at the intersection of Ohmer Rd and Mayville Rd. The surrounding landscape is defined by an intricate network of agricultural drainage systems, including the Cox Drain, Voght Drain, and N County Drain, which manage the low-lying terrain between scattered water bodies like Phelps Lake and Mawdesley Lake. This 2017 survey illustrates the persistent rural character of the area, where small settlements like Silverwood and Fostoria anchor the corners of the map across the Tuscola and Lapeer county line.

Local history is well-preserved through numerous community landmarks, particularly the many cemeteries that dot the countryside. From Saint Agatha Cem near the eastern edge to Watertown Cem and Fremont Cem in the west, these sites provide a clear record of the families who settled this farming region. The map also traces the winding course of the Evergreen Cr and Squaw Cr, showing how the natural hydrology has been adapted for modern land use.