2012 Map of Carrier Mills

About this map

Carrier Mills serves as the primary population center in this southern Illinois landscape, characterized by a complex network of industrial transport and water systems. The map reveals a legacy of coal extraction through labels like Mine Rd, Mine Hall Rd, and Haulage Rd, which crisscross the territory between Newcastle and the northern reaches of Bankston Fork. Small family and community burial grounds, such as Trout Family Cem and Ward Cem, are scattered across the rural sections, offering significant points of interest for genealogists tracing regional lineages. The hydrology is defined by the winding paths of the S Fork Saline River and its many tributaries, including Grassy Cr and Pond Cr. The layout of Dykersburg and Delta further illustrates the established rural settlement pattern that persists alongside the modern infrastructure of Hwy 13 W.