1982 Map of Wallace

About this map

The Chicago and North Western railroad forms the spine of this Upper Peninsula landscape, connecting the rural communities of Wallace, Carbondale, and Ingalls during the early 1980s. This survey illustrates a region defined by its timber and aggregate resources, with much of the eastern terrain preserved within the Escanaba River State Forest. Local life is anchored by established landmarks such as the Mellen Sch and several country churches, including Gethsemane Ch and Bethel Mission Ch. The network of water bodies, from Hanson Lake to the meandering Little River, dictates the placement of early routes like Wildwood Road and the Pinewood Loop. Numerous gravel pits scattered near the rail line and along Bay De Noc Road highlight the active extraction that supported the area's development and infrastructure.