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2014 Map of Newark

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Newark
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Newark and Magness serve as the primary population centers on this landscape, positioned north of the winding White River. The river's influence is evident in the complex drainage patterns and numerous islands, such as Padgett Island and Pleasant Island, along with notable geographic bends like Caster Bend and Hulsey Bend. The presence of Big Bottom Slough and Bear Wallow Slough suggests a low-lying, floodplain environment historically prone to seasonal shifts in water levels.

Genealogists and local historians will find a high density of rural burial grounds, including the Akron Cem near the site of the former town of Akron, and the Macedonia Cem to the north. These sites, alongside landmarks like Cleghorn Chapel and Mount Zion, indicate a well-established network of small rural communities. The map also traces the path of Paraquett Rd and Point Ferry Rd, reflecting the historical importance of river crossings and early overland transport routes in Independence County.