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Cherry Island
Aerial image of an island.
USGS aerial imagery of Cherry Island
Cherry Island is located in Wayne County, Michigan
Cherry Island
Cherry Island
Location in Wayne County, Michigan
Cherry Island is located in Michigan
Cherry Island
Cherry Island
Location in Michigan
Cherry Island is located in the United States
Cherry Island
Cherry Island
Location in the United States
Geography
Location Michigan
Coordinates 42°04′50″N 83°11′41″W / 42.08056°N 83.19472°W / 42.08056; -83.19472 (Cherry Island)
Highest elevation 574 ft (175 m)
Administration
United States
State  Michigan
County Wayne

Cherry Island is a small piece of land located in the Detroit River. This island is found in Wayne County, which is in the southeastern part of Michigan. It's a natural part of the river's landscape.

Where is Cherry Island Located?

Cherry Island is situated in the Detroit River, a busy waterway that connects Lake St. Clair to Lake Erie. This river forms part of the border between the United States and Canada. The island itself is entirely within the U.S. side, specifically in Wayne County, Michigan.

Its Exact Spot

To find Cherry Island on a map, you would look for its coordinates: 42°04′50″N 83°11′41″W / 42.08056°N 83.19472°W / 42.08056; -83.19472 (Cherry Island). These numbers help pinpoint its exact location on Earth.

Quick Facts About Cherry Island

The United States Geological Survey (USGS) is a scientific agency that studies the Earth. In 1980, the USGS measured the elevation of Cherry Island.

How High is It?

Cherry Island's elevation was recorded as 574 ft (175 m) above sea level. This measurement tells us how high the land is compared to the ocean's surface.

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