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1973 Map of Stockbridge

Name: 1973 Topographic Map of Stockbridge
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1977
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1977

About this map

The village of Stockbridge sits at the intersection of local routes in this early 1970s survey, showing a landscape defined by glacial lakes and marshes at the junction of Ingham, Livingston, and Jackson Counties. The topography is marked by numerous kettle lakes, including Lowe Lake, Jones Lake, and Nichols Lake, while the expansive Portage Lake Swamp dominates the southeastern quadrant. An Old Railroad Grade traces a path through the terrain, signaling a shift from earlier rail-dependent commerce to a more modern road network including Base Line and Territorial Road.

South of the village, the settlement of Munith serves as a secondary focal point, surrounded by family-named landmarks like Lusk Lake and Bartig Lake. The map reveals a high density of small cemeteries and rural churches, such as Oaklawn Cem, Derby Cem, and the Catholic Church, which offer significant value for genealogical research. Large tracts of protected land, including the Waterloo State Recreation Area and the Unadilla State Wildlife Area, indicate a transition toward conservation and recreation in this part of Michigan.