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1958 Map of Millhousen

Name: 1958 Topographic Map of Millhousen
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1977
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1977

About this map

Millhousen serves as the central hub of this late 1950s rural landscape, where the agricultural traditions of Decatur, Ripley, and Jennings Counties intersect. The terrain is defined by a dense network of waterways, including Flatrock Creek and the meandering path of Sugar Creek, which carve through the countryside. This era marks a significant industrial presence in the area, characterized by an extensive Gas Field and numerous Gas Wells dotting the northern sections.

Social life in these townships is rooted in local landmarks like Degenhart Sch and various country churches such as Union Flatrock Ch and St Dennis Ch. The infrastructure of the period is further illustrated by the presence of Pipelines and a Pumping Station, indicating the region's role in energy transport. This map captures a specific moment in Indiana's history where energy extraction and small-town farming communities operated side-by-side along the banks of Leatherwood Creek and Honey Creek.