Edenville, Michigan facts for kids
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Edenville, Michigan
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 Edenville, Michigan
Location in Michigan
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Midland |
| Township | Edenville |
| Elevation | 676 ft (206 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code(s) |
48628 (Hope)
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| Area code(s) | 989 |
| GNIS feature ID | 625353 |
Edenville is a small, quiet community in Edenville Township, Midland County, Michigan. It's known as an unincorporated community, which means it's a place with a shared identity but without its own local government like a city or village.
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Discover Edenville
Edenville is located in the beautiful state of Michigan, in the United States. It sits in the northeast part of Edenville Township. This area is close to the border of Gladwin County.
Where is Edenville Located?
You can find Edenville along M-30, a state highway. It's about 15 miles northwest of the city of Midland. The community is mostly within Midland County.
Rivers, Dams, and Lakes
Edenville is special because of its location near two important rivers. It's on the east side of the Tittabawassee River. Right across from Edenville, the Tobacco River flows into the Tittabawassee.
Just north of Edenville, you'll find the Edenville Dam. This dam holds back the water from both rivers. It creates a large body of water called Wixom Lake. Most of Wixom Lake and the dam are actually in Gladwin County. However, many people still connect the lake with Edenville.
Fun Things to Do in Edenville
The area around Edenville is a popular spot for fun, especially in spring and summer. Wixom Lake is a big draw for visitors. People love to come here for fishing and other water activities. Many places to get your boat onto the lake are located in Gladwin County.
A Bit of History
Edenville has been around for a long time. The community was first established in 1854. It has grown over the years, with some settlement extending northward along M-30. This expansion reaches towards the Tobacco River shores of Wixom Lake.
