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1984 Map of Merrill Lake

Name: 1984 Topographic Map of Merrill Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1984
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1984

About this map

The village of Barryton serves as the primary hub in this mid-1980s landscape, situated at the confluence of the South Fork and North Branch Chippewa River. The terrain is characterized by an intricate network of water bodies, including the central Merrill Lake, Big Lake to the north, and Town Line Lake. This abundance of surface water is complemented by public spaces such as Crittenden County Park and Merrill Lake County Park, indicating the area's importance for local recreation and natural resource management at the time of this survey.

Genealogists and local historians will find significant detail in the placement of rural landmarks, including the Sparks Cem, Brown Cem, and Eaton Cem. The spiritual life of the community is anchored by the Wesleyan Ch in the northwest and Barryton Ch to the south. The grid of section-line roads, such as Twentymile Road and Meceola Road, reflects the organized agricultural and residential layout of the region spanning the border of Osceola and Mecosta Counties.