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1969 Map of Walled Lake

Name: 1969 Topographic Map of Walled Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1974
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1974

About this map

Walled Lake and its surrounding township serve as the focal point for this late-1960s survey of Oakland County's lake country. The landscape is defined by an intricate network of glaciated water bodies, from the expansive Cass Lake and Orchard Lake to the interconnected Lower Straits Lake, Middle Straits Lake, and Upper Straits Lake. These waterways are flanked by emerging residential developments and recreational hubs like the Proud Lake State Recreation Area and several private clubs, including the Shenandoah Golf Club.

Evidence of the region's transition from a rural farming community to a suburban center is visible in the corridor along the Grand Trunk Western railroad. Local history is anchored by sites like the Walled Lake Cem and the North Farmington Cem, while the modern era is represented by the Oakland Community College Highland Lakes Campus and the distinctive Drive-in Theater near Richardson Road. The map also captures the distinct islands of Apple Island and Cedar Island, providing a clear record of the area's geography before further late-century intensification.