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2023 Map of Twin Lakes

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Twin Lakes
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Glenwood serves as the primary hub of activity in this rural landscape, which sits along the border of Van Buren and Cass Counties. The area is defined by a dense network of glacial water bodies, from the prominent Twin Lakes and Lake of the Woods to smaller basins like Knickerbocker Lake, School Lake, and Cook Lake. This intricate hydrology is managed by several artificial channels, including the Dowagiac Drain and Osborn Drain, which lead into the Dowagiac River.

Genealogical interest is high throughout these townships, as several family and community burial grounds are preserved across the sections. Researchers can find Hamilton Cem to the north, while North Wayne Cem, Red Mill Cem, Gage Cem, and White Cem are scattered south of the county line. The map also delineates a grid of early transportation routes, such as Territorial Rd W and Van Buren St, which have historically connected these lakeside farming communities.