2023 Map of Owendale

About this map

The village of Owendale and the small settlement of Bach anchor this agricultural landscape in Michigan's Thumb region. The terrain is defined by a dense network of water management features, reflecting the transformation of the natural wetlands into productive farmland. Major drainage ways like Shebeon Drain, Crawford Drain, and Freeman Drain crisscross the section lines, while natural watercourses such as Shebeon Creek and Swamp Creek move toward the lake. The map reveals a strictly regulated grid of section roads named after local families and early settlers, including Riskey Rd, Pobanz Rd, and McGregory Rd. The boundary between Huron and Tuscola Counties runs through the southern half of the quadrangle, where the Brookfield Exit and several localized drains like Markham Drain and King Drain further illustrate the area's intricate hydrological engineering.