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2014 Map of Shaftsburg

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Shaftsburg
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Shaftsburg sits at the heart of this landscape, marking a central point in a region defined by the convergence of Clinton, Shiawassee, and Ingham counties. The terrain is characterized by a high density of water features, from the meandering Looking Glass River in the north to the glacial kettle lakes like Moon Lake and Colby Lake. The transportation network is anchored by Lansing RD, which runs parallel to the rail line through Shaftsburg Station, reflecting the historically vital connection between these rural settlements and the larger regional hubs.

Genealogists and local historians will find significant detail in the distribution of family-named landmarks and resting places, such as the Kay Family Cem and Sprague Cem. The presence of the Perry Aero Park Airport near the eastern boundary highlights the transition from traditional agricultural land use to modern utility. From the clustered residential pockets of Haslett in the southwest to the open drainage basins of Osborn Cr-Drain, this survey documents the persistent rural character of the Michigan interior.