1976 Map of Thompsonville NE

About this map

Lake Ann sits near the northern boundary of this mid-1970s orthophoto, a rare aerial view of the Michigan landscape before modern expansion. This imagery, captured by the Geological Survey, reveals the intricate relationship between the region's dense woodlands and its scattered agricultural clearings. The map documents the established lakeside communities of Interlochen and the rural junction of Bendon, providing a literal look at the road networks and shoreline developments of the era. To the east and south, the major water bodies of Long Lake, Green Lake, and Duck Lake dominate the terrain, their irregular shorelines showing the extent of residential and recreational activity during this period. Researchers can clearly identify the patterns of woodlots and orchards that defined the local economy before the late-century shift toward more intensive suburban development.