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2019 Map of Sanford

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Sanford
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

The Salt River and its numerous tributaries, including Black Creek and Verity Creek, define the landscape of this Midland County region. The community of Sanford sits at the edge of Sanford Lake, a significant reservoir formed along the river's path. The map illustrates a transition from established residential centers like North Bradley and Francis Grove to the extensive managed lands of the Pine Haven Recreation Area.

Transport and recreation are intertwined here, as the Pere Marquette State Trail follows the former rail corridor across the township, passing near several historic burial grounds such as Jerome Township Cem and Sullivan Cem. The rural outskirts, including the settlement of Olson, are marked by a dense network of agricultural drainage systems like the Durbin Drain and Carrol Cr Drain, reflecting the area's intensive land management and hydrography.