Grosse Ile (Michigan)

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Grosse Ile
Geography
LocationDetroit River
Coordinates42°07′48″N 83°09′37″W / 42.13000°N 83.16028°W / 42.13000; -83.16028Coordinates: 42°07′48″N 83°09′37″W / 42.13000°N 83.16028°W / 42.13000; -83.16028
Area9.6 sq mi (25 km2)
Elevation594 ft (181 m)
Country
Demographics
Population10,788[1]

Grosse Ile /ˌɡrs ˈl/ 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.[2]

References

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  2. Buttle and Tuttle Ltd. Wayne County islands place names: Grosse Ile (2000–2008). Retrieved December 10, 2009.