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1991 Map of Rattle Run

Name: 1991 Topographic Map of Rattle Run
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1991
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1991

About this map

The meandering Belle River defines the landscape of St. Clair County, Michigan, in the early 1990s, flanked by the historic milling site of Belle River Mills (Radike Mills). The area shows a transition between traditional agriculture and modern resource extraction, evidenced by the Adair Oil Field and numerous gas and brine wells scattered across the terrain. Local history is anchored by rural landmarks like St Marys Ch and several community schools, including East China Sch and Gearing Sch.

A network of named drainage systems, such as Brandywine Drain and Angel Drain, reveals a highly managed hydrology supporting the local farmland. Near the settlement of Rattle Run, the map captures a rural character where infrastructure like the Pumping Station and various storage areas serve the region's energy needs. For genealogists and local historians, established sites like Bowman Cem and Balfour Cem provide tangible links to the area's pioneer families.