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2016 Map of Alamo

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Alamo
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Waveland anchors the southern portion of this west-central Indiana survey, situated just below the expansive Lake Waveland. The landscape is defined by the winding course of Sugar Creek, which carves through the center of the region, creating dramatic terrain features such as the Devils Backbone and Pedestal Rock. This area, where Montgomery, Fountain, and Parke counties meet, shows a long-established rural infrastructure of section-line roads and scattered hamlets like Alamo and Byron.

Genealogists will find significant value in the detailed mapping of local burial grounds, including Maple Ridge Cem, Old Union Cem, and Stonebraker Cem. The map captures a mix of preserved natural areas, like the waters of Shades Pond, alongside historical landmarks such as Deer Mill and Sycamore Ford. The numerous small tributaries, such as Little Raccoon Cr and Indian Creek, reflect the intricate drainage patterns that influenced early settlement and road placement across the county lines.