2022 Map of Elberfeld

About this map

Elberfeld and its surrounding tri-county borders serve as a focal point for this survey of southwestern Indiana. The landscape is defined by the legacy of the historic Wabash and Erie Canal, which cuts through the lowlands north of town, and the meandering course of Pigeon Creek. This area, where Gibson, Warrick, and Vanderburgh counties meet, shows a pattern of rural settlement and agriculture punctuated by small communities like Buckskin and Wheatonville. Local genealogy is well-documented through several family and community burial grounds, including Williams Cem, Nobles Cem, and Zion Cem. Notable water features such as Bell Conservation Lake and Warrens Lake highlight the region's managed water resources, while the transition from the Snake Run valley to the heights of Lost Hill illustrates the varied local topography.