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1981 Map of Mottville

Name: 1981 Topographic Map of Mottville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1982
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1982

About this map

The St Joseph River and Pigeon River converge near the settlement of Mottville, highlighting a landscape shaped by glacial water and early Midwestern transit. This early 1980s survey illustrates a region defined by its numerous lakes and varied agricultural development along the Michigan and Indiana border. Notable community centers such as Union and Williamsville appear alongside legacy landmarks like the Baldwin Prairie Sch and Chapel Hill Ch.

Genealogists will find a high density of burial sites across the township, including Plum Grove Cem, Rinehart Cem, and the Township Cem in Mottville. The map also documents the recreational and conservation character of the area through the Three Rivers State Game Area and several organized camps like Camp Tamarack and Camp Bellwood, indicating the shift toward conservation and seasonal use in the late 20th century.