2010 Map of Orwell

About this map

Orwell and Rome anchor this corner of Ashtabula County, which remains defined by its established rural settlements and dispersed burial grounds. The landscape is characterized by a series of north-flowing waterways, including Rock Creek, Plumb Creek, and Whetstone Creek, which eventually feed into Lake Roaming Rock at the northern margin. Local community infrastructure is well-represented through multiple post offices and the Champion Executive Airport south of town. For those exploring local family histories, the map identifies numerous small cemeteries, such as Crosby Cemetery, Hyde Cemetery, and the East Brownville Cemetery. The distinct clusterings of East Orwell, South New Lyme, and Dodgeville show how the region organized around road junctions and drainage basins before modern expansion changed the footprint of these traditional farming centers.