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Grosse Ile
Grosse Ile Michigan aerial Jan2016.jpg
Aerial view of Grosse Ile in January 2016
Grosse Ile is located in Michigan
Grosse Ile
Grosse Ile
Location in Michigan
Geography
Location Detroit River
Coordinates 42°07′48″N 83°09′37″W / 42.13000°N 83.16028°W / 42.13000; -83.16028
Area 9.6 sq mi (25 km2)
Highest elevation 594 ft (181.1 m)
Administration
State Michigan
County Wayne County
Township Grosse Ile Township
Demographics
Population 10,894 (2000)

Grosse Ile is the largest island in the Detroit River. It is the most populated island in the state of Michigan. It is on the American side of the river and is part of Wayne County.

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