1925 Map of Cave In Rock

About this map

The Ohio River forms a dominant natural boundary in this mid-1920s survey, separating the high bluffs of Battery Rock in Illinois from the rolling hills of Crittenden County, Kentucky. The region is defined by a dense network of local landmarks, including over twenty rural schools such as Tower Rock School and Lilydale School, illustrating the dispersed settlement patterns of the era. The county seat of Marion serves as the primary hub, where the Illinois Central railroad cuts through the landscape to support the local economy. Beyond the riverfront at Fords Ferry, the map reveals early industrial activity at the Franklin Mines and Dunn Saving Ground. Significant geological features like Cave in Rock and the subterranean drainage at The Sinks highlight the unique karst topography that shaped the development of communities like Sheridan and Levias.