2019 Map of Allens Creek

About this map

Monroe Lake dominates this central Indiana landscape, its intricate shoreline carving into the dense woodlands of the Hoosier National Forest. The map documents a rugged terrain defined by significant ridges and deep hollows, such as Hardin Ridge and Sherril Hollow, which have shaped the local road network and settlement patterns. While the small community of Handy sits in the northwest, much of the area is characterized by dispersed rural features and recreation-oriented infrastructure like Campground Rd. Genealogy and local history are preserved in several family and community burial sites, including Lucas Cem and the Burgoon Church Cem, which sits near the southern extent of Dutch Ridge. The presence of Blackwell Lake and various creeks like Allens Cr highlights the water-rich topography that defines this portion of Monroe County.