Sanilac County

Sanilac County's early existence depended greatly upon the lumber industry. As the lumbering era ended, agricultural activities took precedence and continue to be the primary land use in the county. The county is located in the "thumb" of east central Michigan along the Lake Huron shoreline. Sanilac County is rural/agricultural, with many small cities and villages. Approximately 72% of the land is devoted to agricultural production. The county is the state's top dairy product producer and ranks high in output of sugar beets, corn, oats, hay, wheat, barley, soybeans, dry beans, and cattle. Manufacturing includes rubber products, metal and plastic auto parts, and conveyors. Sugar and pickles are also produced in the county. Resort communities line the Lake Huron shore. Highway M-19 bisects the county from north to south; M-53 follows the west county line and M-25 parallels the Lake Huron shore for north-south access. East-west access is provided by M46 and M-90.

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