2012 Map of Lakewood

About this map

Lakewood serves as a central hub in this rural landscape, featuring its local Po and proximity to the distinct elevation of Williamsburg Hill. The terrain is defined by a dense network of family-named cemeteries and landmarks that suggest a deeply rooted community history, including New Hope Cem, Mount Olive Cem, and the Town House. Waterways like Mitchell Cr, Becks Cr, and Polecat Cr weave through the sectioned farmland, following the natural drainage patterns of the area. To the south, Corley Ridge provides a prominent landform, while the surveyor's grid is occasionally interrupted by traditional routes such as Cold Spring Rd and Corley Ridge Rd. This 2012 survey illustrates the persistence of small Illinois settlements and the enduring presence of historic burial sites across the Shelby County countryside.