2013 Map of Dawn

About this map

Agricultural life in Darke County, Ohio, is defined by the tight-knit network of family-run operations and small townships that populate this landscape. The Stillwater River meanders through the central terrain, providing a natural drainage corridor for many tributary creeks including Indian Cr and Boyd Cr. Notable rural settlements like Beamsville, Stelvideo, and Frenchtown serve as anchors for the surrounding farmland. Genealogists will find a significant concentration of burial grounds, such as Wakefield Lutheran Cem and the Saint Johns Lutheran Cem, which indicate the long-standing heritage of the local Lutheran community. The presence of specialized facilities like the Marshal Poultry Farm and Schrader Dairy Farm highlights the intensive livestock and poultry industries that have long supported the local economy. Aviation landmarks such as the Darke County Airport and Trump Airport contrast with the traditional grid of township roads that follow historic section lines.