2011 Map of Osceola

About this map

The Saint Joseph River winds through the heart of this landscape, anchoring the connected communities of Osceola, Mishawaka, and Elkhart. This 2011 survey captures a developed corridor defined by significant water features, including Baugo Bay and the meandering Baugo Creek. Aviation history is well-represented by the Elkhart Municipal Airport in the northeast and the Mishawaka Pilots Club Airport further south near Jamestown. For those researching local history or family lineage, the map identifies several significant burial grounds, such as the Pleasant Valley Cemetery, Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, and the Saint Vincent Depaul Cemetery. The terrain is marked by a complex network of drainage features like Gast Ditch and Eller Ditch, illustrating how the land has been managed for suburban and agricultural use between the urban centers.