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2011 Map of Torch River

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Torch River
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Torch Lake, Lake Skegemog, and Elk Lake converge in this northern Michigan landscape, where water dominates the geography and community life. The settlement of Torch River sits at the narrow channel connecting the larger lakes, serving as a focal point for local navigation and recreation near the Torch Grove Campgrounds. To the east, Rapid City appears as a key village, anchored by the Rapid City Post Office and its proximity to the Rapid River.

Rural character is maintained through scattered landmarks like the South Milton Community Hall and historical sites including Saint Mary Cemetery and Clearwater Cemetery. The map captures a sophisticated network of local roads and trails, such as Aarwood Rd NW and County Hwy 593, which connect the lakeside developments with inland hamlets like Barker Creek and Mabel. Small, named bodies of water like Truax Lake and Smith Lake highlight the glacial topography of the region.