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2011 Map of Halltown

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Halltown
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Halltown and the surrounding Lawrence County countryside are defined by a network of winding waterways and a dense distribution of rural family cemeteries. Flowing through the center of this landscape, Turnback Creek and its tributaries, such as Billies Creek and Goose Creek, have shaped the local topography, creating features like Carmen Hollow and the distinctive Devils Wash Pan. The settlement pattern follows these watercourses and the established road grid, connecting small communities including Paris Springs, Spencer, and Nickelville.

Genealogical interest is particularly high due to the numerous burial grounds documented, including Rock Prairie Cemetery, Wann Cemetery, and Dunkle Cemetery. The presence of the Hall Post Office and the Mendenhall Lake Dam indicates the continued infrastructure of these unincorporated areas. The map details a transition from the narrow creek valleys to the broader agricultural lands, offering a clear view of the region's rural character and long-standing family landmarks.