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1985 Map of Silver Lake Basin

Name: 1985 Topographic Map of Silver Lake Basin
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1985
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1985

About this map

Escanaba River State Forest covers the northern reaches of this Upper Peninsula landscape, where the Yellow Dog Plains give way to a dense network of watercourses and elevation changes. The hydrology of the region is defined by the Yellow Dog River and its numerous tributaries, including Yellow Dog Creek and Mulligan Creek. Significant natural landmarks like Pinnacle Falls and Wylie Falls underscore the varied relief of the terrain.

Industrial history is subtly present at Silver Lead Mine Lake, pointing to the mineral exploration that has long characterized Marquette County. Centered on the Silver Lake Basin, the map details a wilderness area dotted with isolated water bodies such as Bob Lake, Stag Lake, and the uniquely named Rocking Chair Lakes. This provisional survey preserves the state of these woods and waters before modern development, noting small landmarks like Voelkers and Connors in the southern sections.