2018 Map of Lakewood

About this map

Williamsburg Hill rises as a prominent landmark in this section of Shelby County, overlooking a landscape defined by meandering creek beds and numerous rural burial grounds. The settlement of Lakewood sits along the eastern edge, while the small community of Corley and the Robinson area anchor the southern and northern reaches. The terrain is deeply carved by waterways including Mitchell Cr, Polecat Cr, and Becks Cr, creating a network of ridges such as Corley Ridge. This survey is particularly valuable for genealogical research, as it identifies over a dozen named cemeteries scattered across the townships, including Mount Olive Cem, Bateman Cem, and New Hope Cem. The road network, including Co Hwy 12 and Corley Ridge Rd, follows the high ground and section lines, revealing the enduring spatial organization of this Illinois farming region.