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1958 Map of Millhousen

Name: 1958 Topographic Map of Millhousen
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1993
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1993

About this map

Millhousen serves as the central hub of this mid-century Indiana landscape, where the rural character of southeastern Decatur County is defined by its deep-cut creek valleys and agricultural plateaus. The town is anchored by Millhousen Ch, while the surrounding townships of Marion and Jackson are dotted with numerous Gas Wells, indicating the local energy extraction that shared the land with traditional farming.

Waterways like Sand Creek and the North Fork Muskatatuck River carve through the terrain, creating complex drainage patterns that influenced the placement of early community landmarks. Genealogists can identify localized sites such as Degenhart Sch, Connell Cem, and Union Flatrock Ch, which suggest the historical centers of neighborly life outside the main village. The presence of a Pumping Station and crossing pipelines highlights the modern infrastructure laid across this established network of family farms and country roads.