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1962 Map of Amboy

Name: 1962 Topographic Map of Amboy
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1994
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1994

About this map

Amboy and North Grove anchor this agricultural landscape in Miami County, Indiana, as it appeared in the early 1960s. The region is defined by a dense network of family and community landmarks, including the Twp Sch and Twp Cem near North Grove. A striking number of small burial grounds are scattered throughout the rural townships, such as Herchberger Cem, Gerber Cem, and Barnhart Cem, providing a detailed record for genealogical study.

The drainage patterns of the Central Indiana till plain are visible through the paths of Honey Creek, Pipe Creek, and Sugar Creek. Several man-made alterations to the landscape, such as the Matthew Howell Ditch and Fisher Ditch, reflect the area's transition to intensive cultivation. Aviation and recreation also leave their mark with the Converse Airport and Fox Lake situated near the eastern boundary of Harrison and Jackson townships.