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2017 Map of Spruce

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Spruce
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The settlement of Spruce and the surrounding woodlands of Alcona and Alpena counties are the focus of this 2017 survey. The landscape is defined by the transition from agricultural tracts in the north to the denser vegetation of Lost Lake Woods and the Huron National Forest to the south. Numerous small lakes and wetlands are scattered across the terrain, including Badger Lake, Deer Lake, and the expansive Ludwig Swamp. For those researching local family history, the Caledonia Township Cem is a prominent landmark located west of the main settlement.

A complex network of drainages such as the S Br Devils River, Black River, and Butternut Cr carve through the glacial topography. The map illustrates a mix of established section-line roads like Swede Rd and more recent residential developments centered around the lakes, particularly near Lost Lake Woods. This area represents a classic Northern Michigan mix of rural residence and managed forest land.