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2013 Map of Becks Mill

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Becks Mill
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Becks Mill serves as a focal point in this southern Indiana landscape, where the waters of Mill Cr and the Blue River intersect. The area is defined by its karst topography and significant water features, including the Lost River and its southern fork, alongside notable local sources like Indian Spring and Sulphur Springs. These water systems historically influenced the placement of early settlements and agricultural operations, such as the nearby Rosebud and Henry Poultry Farms.

Elevated landmarks like Pikes Peak and Smith Hill overlook a network of rural routes, including the historic W Vincennes Trl. In the northeastern corner, the presence of the Salem Speedway and Salem Municipal Airport indicates the modern expansion and utility of the land surrounding the county seat. The map provides a detailed view of the transition from dense rural drainage basins along Goose Cr to the more developed fringes of Salem.