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1978 Map of Saranac

Name: 1978 Topographic Map of Saranac
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1979
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1979

About this map

The Grand River carves a central path through Ionia County, defining the valley where the village of Saranac serves as a local hub. In the late 1970s, this area reflects a landscape balancing agriculture and recreation, evidenced by the expansive Ionia State Recreation Area and Brock County Park. The village center is detailed with local landmarks such as Saranac High Sch and the Sewage Disposal Ponds along the riverbank.

Rural crossroads and township boundaries like Keene and Boston frame a network of family-named roads, including Hawley Highway and Jackson Road. Notable community sites for researchers include White Cem and Easton Ch, while the southern reaches of the map are dotted with several small water bodies like Peck Lake and Fisher Lake. The presence of numerous Gravel Pits along the river suggests active local industry at the time of this survey.