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1983 Map of Torch River, 1984 Print
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1983 Map of Torch River

USGS Topo · Published 1984

About this map

Torch Lake and Skegemog Lake dominate this Northern Michigan landscape, connected by the winding Torch River. The 1983 survey captures a transition zone where the waters of Elk Lake meet the wooded expanses of the Pere Marquette State Forest. The settlement of Rapid City serves as a local hub near the confluence of the Rapid River and Torch River, while smaller nodes like Mabel and the St Mary Cem provide critical touchpoints for genealogists tracing family histories in Whitewater and Kalkaska townships. The map details a network of rural routes including Morrison Road and Wilhelm Road that navigate the varied terrain between the shorelines and the forest interior. These paths, alongside landmarks like the Clearwater Chapel, reflect the established community structure of the early 1980s before significant modern development altered the local character.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1983
Date Published1984
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.9 x 28 inches

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This is the sole edition of this map. No revisions or reprints were ever made.

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain