© 2023 Mastodon Township Address: 1371 Hwy US 2 South, Crystal Falls, MI 49920 Phone: 906-875-6232 Email: mastodonclerk@att.net Website by North Country Website Design.
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Welcome to Mastodon Township Located in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, Mastodon Township can be found in the heart of beautiful Iron County. Mastodon Township is located in Iron County, in the southwest portion of Michigan's Upper Peninsula. We are the third largest Township in the County, consisting of 83,789.80 acres. Within the township is the Village of Alpha with a total land area of just under one square mile. The total population of Mastodon Township including Alpha is 668 residents. Our economy is mainly based on small businesses, logging and year round tourism. We have numerous lakes, large wooded areas, and an abundance of wildlife including deer, bear, wolves and water fowl. With four very distinct seasons, there are a number of activities available to attract tourism such as: fishing, swimming, camping, hunting, skiing, and snowmobiling. In 1885, the boundaries for Iron County and Mastodon Township were established. When searching the area for deposits of iron ore, some huge prehistoric animal bones were discovered, and on this basis, Mastodon Township received it's name. By 1893, the Delphic Mine had shipped some 33,770 tons of ore, and by 1894, the Mastodon Mine had shipped 425,708 tons of iron ore. Mining became the major source of income for the area, and as jobs became more available, the population continued to grow. In 1914, the Village of Alpha became incorporated and was a thriving community, until the last mine closed in 1958. Mastodon Township was so named from the fact mastodon bones were discovered when sinking a mine shaft.
A Quiet Place to Visit, Play, and Live.
Mastodon Township is home to some wonderful businesses! Mastodon Township is a beautiful, inexpensive place to run a successful business! Consider moving your business to our quiet piece of paradise! Alpha Michigan Brewing Company, Cormack Tree Service, Elson’s Soaps, Glazed & Confused, MC3 Botanicals, Smith Timber Stand Improvement, LLC, Stanek Farm, and The Twisted Twig Studio & Gifts. See more about the businesses run by Mastodon Township residents or businesses located in Mastodon Township. Township Board Members Supervisor, Frank Siewiorek 906-875-1069 Clerk, Jan Lemke 906-875-6232 Hours: Monday-Wednesday 8 AM - 12 noon Treasurer, Stacey Watters 906-875-6232 or 906-284-1036 Hours: Monday-Thursday 5:30-7:30 PM, or by appointment Trustees, Chad Skinner, Mike Bjork Assessor: Abbey Taylor, 906-239-6161 Zoning Administrator: Jeff Seppala, 906-875-6332 Township Hall/Fire Hall/Offices Address 1371 Hwy US-2; Crystal Falls, MI 49920 Camp 5 Hall/Fire Hall Address 1533 Camp 5 Road; Crystal Falls, MI 49920

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Recreation Committee meets the first Tuesday of each month at 9:00 AM at the Mastodon Township Hall, 1371 Hwy. U.S. 2 South. MI Hope for residents of Iron County Funding for roof repairs, window upgrades and modifications to heating and cooling systems (energy efficiency) is being provided by MI Hope for residents of Iron County through WUPPDR (West Upper Peninsula Planning and Development Region). Residents can apply for up to $25,000 through 12/31/2022 (Phase I). Phase II will begin in early 2023 with an additional $18.5 million in funding. Residents must be income eligible: up to $38,640 for 1 person; up to $79,500 for a family of 4; and both need to have experienced financial hardship during COVID. All information on this program is available by clicking here. Seeking volunteers for newly formed Recreation Committee. 2021 Plat Books available for purchase at the Township Hall for $40. Board of review meeting schedule.
© 2023 Mastodon Township Address: 1371 Hwy US 2 South, Crystal Falls, MI 49920 Phone: 906-875-6232 Email: mastodonclerk@att.net Website by North Country Website Design.
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Welcome to Mastodon Township Located in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, Mastodon Township can be found in the heart of beautiful Iron County. Mastodon Township is located in Iron County, in the southwest portion of Michigan's Upper Peninsula. We are the third largest Township in the County, consisting of 83,789.80 acres. Within the township is the Village of Alpha with a total land area of just under one square mile. The total population of Mastodon Township including Alpha is 668 residents. Our economy is mainly based on small businesses, logging and year round tourism. We have numerous lakes, large wooded areas, and an abundance of wildlife including deer, bear, wolves and water fowl. With four very distinct seasons, there are a number of activities available to attract tourism such as: fishing, swimming, camping, hunting, skiing, and snowmobiling. In 1885, the boundaries for Iron County and Mastodon Township were established. When searching the area for deposits of iron ore, some huge prehistoric animal bones were discovered, and on this basis, Mastodon Township received it's name. By 1893, the Delphic Mine had shipped some 33,770 tons of ore, and by 1894, the Mastodon Mine had shipped 425,708 tons of iron ore. Mining became the major source of income for the area, and as jobs became more available, the population continued to grow. In 1914, the Village of Alpha became incorporated and was a thriving community, until the last mine closed in 1958. Mastodon Township was so named from the fact mastodon bones were discovered when sinking a mine shaft.
A Quiet Place to Visit, Play, and Live.
Mastodon Township is home to some wonderful businesses! Mastodon Township is a beautiful, inexpensive place to run a successful business! Consider moving your business to our quiet piece of paradise! Alpha Michigan Brewing Company, Cormack Tree Service, Dynacore LLC, Elson’s Soaps, Glazed & Confused, MC3 Botanicals, Smith Timber Stand Improvement, LLC, Stanek Farm, and The Twisted Twig Studio & Gifts. See more about the businesses run by Mastodon Township residents or businesses located in Mastodon Township. Township Board Members Supervisor, Frank Siewiorek 906-875-1069 Clerk, Jan Lemke 906-875-6232 Hours: Monday-Wednesday 8 AM - 12 noon Treasurer, Stacey Watters 906-875-6232 or 906-284-1036 Hours: Monday-Thursday 5:30-7:30 PM, or by appointment Trustees, Chad Skinner, Mike Bjork Assessor: Abbey Taylor, 906-239-6161 Zoning Administrator: Jeff Seppala, 906-875-6332 Township Hall/Fire Hall/Offices Address 1371 Hwy US-2; Crystal Falls, MI 49920 Camp 5 Hall/Fire Hall Address 1533 Camp 5 Road; Crystal Falls, MI 49920

News and Announcements

Recreation Committee meets the first Tuesday of each month at 9:00 AM at the Mastodon Township Hall, 1371 Hwy. U.S. 2 South. MI Hope for residents of Iron County Funding for roof repairs, window upgrades and modifications to heating and cooling systems (energy efficiency) is being provided by MI Hope for residents of Iron County through WUPPDR (West Upper Peninsula Planning and Development Region). Residents can apply for up to $25,000 through 12/31/2022 (Phase I). Phase II will begin in early 2023 with an additional $18.5 million in funding. Residents must be income eligible: up to $38,640 for 1 person; up to $79,500 for a family of 4; and both need to have experienced financial hardship during COVID. All information on this program is available by clicking here. Seeking volunteers for newly formed Recreation Committee. 2021 Plat Books available for purchase at the Township Hall for $40. Board of review meeting schedule.
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