2023 Map of Lorain

About this map

Lake Erie defines the northern reaches of this coastal landscape, where the Black River snakes through the urban center of Lorain. The industrial and residential character of the early 21st century is evident in the dense street grids connecting neighborhoods like South Lorain and Penfield Junction. Extensive cemetery sites such as Elmwood Cem, Middle Ridge Cem, and Saint Joseph Catholic Cem provide significant points of interest for those researching local history and genealogy. Along the western edge, the mouth of Beaver Creek and the settlement of Beaver Park illustrate the transition from urban industry to suburban lakefront living. Further south, the map details the edges of Amherst and Elyria, documenting the continued importance of the Black River valley and its surrounding drainage systems like Battenhouse Ditch in shaping the regional infrastructure.