2016 Map of Orwell

About this map

The crossing of State Routes 45 and 322 serves as the anchor for the village of Orwell, a central hub in this Ashtabula County landscape. The distribution of small settlements like East Orwell, Dodgeville, and Colebrook reflects a traditional rural settlement pattern, while New Lyme Station points to the area's historical connection to rail transport. To the north, the modern residential development of Roaming Shores surrounds Lake Roaming Rock, creating a distinct contrast to the surrounding agricultural grid. This survey is particularly valuable for genealogists, as it meticulously identifies numerous local burial grounds including North Orwell Cem, South Orwell Cem, and the Rome Center Cem. The drainage of the land is defined by the winding course of Rock Creek and Shanty Cr, while man-made features like Snyder Ditch illustrate the long-standing efforts to manage the water table for local agriculture.