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2012 Map of Keensburg

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Keensburg
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The Wabash River carves a winding course through this border region between Illinois and Indiana, defining a landscape shaped by both water and agriculture. Small settlements such as Rochester and Skelton are positioned near the riverbanks, while the Rochester and McCleary Bluffs Levee stands as a testament to the ongoing management of the river's floodplain. The area is marked by a complex network of drainage features, including the Little Sumner Ditch, Scott Ditch, and Higginbotham Ditch, which support the surrounding farmland.

Local history and genealogy are anchored by several burial sites, including Keens Cem, Coffee Cem, and the uniquely named Le Gier Lovellette Cem. The presence of the Purdue University Horticultural Farm in the east and the Norfolk Southern railroad line in the northwest highlight the intersection of academic research and commercial transport in the early 21st century. Terrain variations like Coffee Island and the Foote Pond Hills provide distinct landmarks within the low-lying river valley.