1968 Map of Mt Clemens East

About this map

The Selfridge Air Force Base dominates the shoreline of Lake St Clair in this Macomb County landscape, illustrating the intersection of Cold War military infrastructure and suburban expansion. To the west, the city of Mt Clemens serves as a hub of development along the banks of the Clinton River, featuring established landmarks like MacArthur Park and the Gowanie Country Club. The map reveals a transition from these industrial and military centers to the recreational and residential character of St Clair Haven and Lakeside. Transport networks are central to the area's layout, from the Grand Trunk Western railroad lines to the Metropolitan Parkway leading toward the expansive public space at Metropolitan Beach. The presence of numerous institutions, such as L'Anse Creuse High Sch and St Huberts Ch, documents the social fabric of these growing lakefront communities.