Bad Axe, County seat in Huron County, Michigan, United States
Bad Axe spans across 2.26 square miles of land in the Thumb region of Michigan's Lower Peninsula, serving as the primary administrative center for Huron County.
The city received its name in 1861 when surveyors Rudolph Papst and George Willis Pack discovered a damaged axe at their campsite while mapping the first state road.
The Historical Pioneer Log Cabin Village preserves local heritage through authentic buildings including a blacksmith shop, chapel, general store, and one-room schoolhouse.
The city maintains direct access to transportation routes M-19, M-53, and M-142, connecting residents and visitors to major regional destinations throughout Michigan.
William Potts, a resident of Bad Axe, created the modern three-lens traffic light system that became standard equipment at intersections worldwide.
Location: Huron County
Inception: 1870
Elevation above the sea: 231 m
Shares border with: Port Austin
Website: http://cityofbadaxe.com
GPS coordinates: 43.80194,-83.00083
Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:09
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