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1969 Map of Wightmans Grove

Name: 1969 Topographic Map of Wightmans Grove
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1971
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1971

About this map

Wightmans Grove sits at a prominent bend in the Sandusky River, marking a landscape where the river system meets the expansive waters of Muddy Creek Bay. This late-1960s environment is defined by its complex hydrology, where Muddy Creek and the Little Portage River converge toward the Lake Erie marshlands. The intersection of the Ohio Turnpike and local routes like Artz Road signals the modern transit era, yet the rural character remains through small hubs like Riley Center and the presence of the Township Sch.

Genealogists and local historians can find significant landmarks such as Trinity Ch and several burial grounds, including Brier Hill Cem and Foust Cem. The map provides a look at local settlements before extensive modern development, including Shannon, Upton, and the riverfront community of Booktown. Natural features like Horseshoe Island and Hickory Island illustrate the shifting shoreline and wetland ecology of the Little Portage River Wildlife Area.