2018 Map of New Haven SW

About this map

The village of Ridgway anchors the western edge of this agricultural landscape in Gallatin County, characterized by a complex network of waterways and drainage systems that define the local topography. To the east, the Shawneetown Hills rise above the surrounding lowlands, providing a distinct contrast to the wetland features like Cattail Slough, Goose Pond, and Cow Pond Slough. The area is deeply rooted in local family history, as evidenced by the numerous small burial grounds scattered across the townships, including Old Cottonwood Cem, Jones Cem, and Riley Cem. Drainage projects such as Crackel Ditch and Pond Settlement Ditch illustrate the long-term efforts to manage the land for farming near the settlement of Inman. This map provides a detailed view of the rural road network, from Ridgway New Haven Rd to Soybean Rd, tracing the evolution of this Illinois river-plain community.