2017 Map of Ovid West

About this map

The Maple River meanders through the heart of this central Michigan landscape, defining the agricultural and early industrial corridor between Elsie and Ovid. This survey documents a transition from traditional rail-side commerce to modern recreational use, most notably along the southern edge where the Fred Meijer Clinton-Ionia-Shiawassee (CIS) State Trail follows an established east-west corridor through Shepardsville. Small settlements like Duplain remain central points of reference for genealogists, supported by local landmarks such as Duplain Cem and Riverside Cem. The map also captures the integration of aviation into this rural setting via the Tripp Creek Airport and Schiffer Acres Airport. A complex network of drainage features, including the Duplain and Ovid Drain and Barrio Ditch, reveals the managed hydrology necessary for the region's expansive farmland.