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1952 Map of Thayer, 1954 Print
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1952 Map of Thayer

USGS Topo · Published 1954

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The Chicago and North Western railway cuts through the heart of the Ottawa National Forest in this 1952 topographic study, connecting the timber-rich highlands of Gogebic County. Small rail-side settlements like Gogebic Station, Thayer, and Blacks Spur mark the transportation corridor, serving as vital links in an era when the railroad was the primary mover for the region's logging and recreational interests. The landscape is defined by its complex hydrology, featuring the South Branch Ontonagon River and numerous glacial lakes such as Beatons Lake and Little Beatons Lake. Significant elevation and surveillance points are noted at the Matchwood Lookout Tower and Watersmeet Lookout Tower, while natural landmarks like Kakabika Falls and Wolverine Falls emphasize the dramatic descent of the local waterways through the northern Michigan wilderness.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1952
Date Published1954
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions15.88 x 21.26 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain