1968 Map of Mt Clemens East

About this map

Selfridge Air Force Base dominates the shoreline of Anchor Bay, marking a significant military presence in Macomb County during the late 1960s. The map illustrates the complex water management of the region, where the Clinton River meets Lake St Clair via a system of channels, a Spillway, and even an Aqueduct. The residential expansion of Mt. Clemens and St Clair Shores is evident through the dense grid of streets and numerous educational institutions like L'Anse Creuse High Sch and Christian Clemens Sch. Recreational development is equally prominent, featuring the Gowanie Country Club and the extensive Metropolitan Beach park area. This survey reveals a landscape transitioned from its maritime roots into a bustling suburban and military corridor, with small shoreline communities like St Clair Haven and Lakeside positioned along the evolving waterfront.