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1972 Map of Plymouth

Name: 1972 Topographic Map of Plymouth
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1974
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1974

About this map

The Yellow River winds through the heart of Plymouth, anchoring a landscape defined by its intersection of water, rail, and early aviation. This early 1970s record shows the city as a regional hub, where the Penn Central and Norfolk and Western railroads cross near the city center. The surrounding Marshall County countryside is intricately carved by drainage systems like Norfolk Ditch and Breeding Ditch, reflecting the intensive agricultural development of the region.

Community life is well-documented through numerous educational and religious sites, including the St Michaels Sch complex and Webster Sch. To the southwest, a cluster of glacial lakes—Pretty Lake, Cook Lake, and Myers Lake—serves as a recreational counterpoint to the industrial and transit corridors. The presence of the Plymouth Speedway and the Plymouth Municipal Airport further illustrates the varied land use during this era of mid-century growth.