Loading map...

1955 Map of Wakefield NE

Name: 1955 Topographic Map of Wakefield NE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1977
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1977

About this map

Ottawa National Forest dominates the topography of this Upper Peninsula survey, where the rugged landscape is defined by the headwaters of the Presque Isle River and its numerous tributaries. The industrial footprint of the mid-20th century is evident in the path of the Chicago and North Western railroad, which cuts a straight line southeast through the timbered terrain. Small settlements like Hartley and Dunham are situated along this corridor, serving as points of human activity within the dense forest.

Local industry is further marked by Gravel Pits near Dunham, while the northern sections of the map are characterized by an intricate network of waterways including Brotherton Creek, Cumberland Cr, and Emperor Cr. The presence of the Hide Away Village Landing Strip in the southeastern corner suggests a transition toward seasonal recreation and forest management. Rising above the river valleys, Wolf Mountain provides a significant landmark in the eastern portion of the quadrangle.