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1982 Map of Paynesville

Name: 1982 Topographic Map of Paynesville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1983
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1983

About this map

The Middle Branch Ontonagon River and East Branch Ontonagon River converge in this northern Michigan landscape, illustrating a complex hydrological network within the Ottawa National Forest. The small settlements of Paynesville and North Paynesville are established along the western edge, connected by local roads and the distinctive Mile and One-half Line.

This 1982 provisional survey, based on 1970s aerial photography, captures the rural character of Ontonagon County before significant modernization. The map detail highlights numerous minor waterways such as Cute Creek, Longtime Creek, and Emanuel Creek which drain the timbered terrain. Notable landmarks like Jack Pine Lake and Three Rapids suggest a landscape defined by its waterways, while a Gas Pipeline crossing the forest indicates the infrastructure of the late 20th century.