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1930 Map of South Haven

Name: 1930 Topographic Map of South Haven
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1930
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1930

About this map

Lake Michigan dominates the western edge of this 1920s-era survey, where high dunes and coastal bluffs meet the shoreline. The bustling port of South Haven serves as the focal point, situated at the mouth of the Black River and supported by two major rail lines, the Michigan Central and Pere Marquette. The landscape transition from maritime industry to inland agriculture is evident through a network of rural schools and family centers, including the Deerlick Sch, Law Sch, and the Packard Gospel Center.

Along the coast, a series of seasonal and permanent settlements like Miami Park Beach, Variety Park, and Palisades Park indicate the area's development as a regional retreat. Further south, the elevations of Roosevelt Hills and Linden Hills provide a backdrop to Van Buren State Park. Significant local infrastructure is noted by the Waterworks Intake offshore and the Emanuel Home near the southern boundary, offering a detailed view of the Van Buren County shoreline before modern highway expansion.