2016 Map of Kentland

About this map

Kentland serves as the primary hub of this agricultural landscape in Newton County, where the street grid of the town meets a complex system of managed waterways. The drainage network is a defining characteristic of this terrain, featuring an extensive array of named channels such as Thompson Ditch, Hambridge Ditch, and Montgomery Ditch. These man-made improvements reflect a long-standing commitment to reclaiming the low-lying prairie for farming, directing runoff into larger arteries like the Iroquois River which winds through the central portion of the quadrangle. North of the main settlement, the small community of Ade marks a secondary point of activity. The map reveals the intricate water management infrastructure of the early 21st century, including specifically numbered features like Morrison Ditch Number One and Morrison Ditch Number Two, which are essential for maintaining the productivity of the surrounding Indiana fields.