2011 Map of Shepherd

About this map

The village of Shepherd and the surrounding township lands of southern Isabella County are defined here by a network of agricultural roads and winding waterways. The northern reach of the map is dominated by the Chippewa River, while Salt Creek and Potter Creek drain the central and southern plains. This 2011 survey captures the transition of historical rural landmarks into the modern era, notably preserving the location of the Isabella County Poor Farm Cemetery alongside the Chippewa Township Cemetery. To the northwest, the landscape reflects development around the Mount Pleasant Municipal Airport and recreational sites like the Pohlcat Golf Course. The small settlement of Alembic remains visible as a crossroads community, while the primary activity centers on the village core near the Shepherd Post Office. Large cemeteries such as Salt River Cemetery and Saint Vincent de Paul Cemetery provide essential reference points for local family history research in this part of Michigan.