2011 Map of Merritt

About this map

The Muskegon River meanders southward through this rural section of Missaukee County, defining a landscape shaped by both natural waterways and late 20th-century energy extraction. The small settlement of Merritt serves as a central point, anchored by the Merritt Post Office and a grid of rural roads like N Merritt Rd. To the south, Butterfield sits near the banks of Butterfield Creek, while Star City occupies the northwestern corner. Genealogists will find the Star City Cemetery and Butterfield Cemetery clearly marked, offering precise locations for family history research. This 2011 survey also captures the industrial presence of the Prosper Oil Field in the southwest, illustrating the ongoing significance of petroleum resources alongside traditional agricultural plots. The inclusion of the Nellieville Ditch indicates a managed approach to the area's hydrology, balancing the wild path of the river with local land needs.