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2016 Map of Patoka

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Patoka
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

The confluence of the White River and the Patoka River dominates this portion of the Indiana landscape, where the border between Knox and Gibson counties is defined by the winding river channels. The settlement of Hazleton sits at a strategic bend in the north, while the town of Patoka serves as a central hub further south, bridged by the CSX rail line. This area is characterized by a dense network of drainage ditches such as Thompson Ditch, Hull Ditch, and Trippet Ditch, illustrating the managed hydrology required for the region's agricultural productivity.

Genealogists will find a high concentration of family-named burial sites scattered across the townships, including Humphrey Cem, Milburn Cem, Trippet Cem, and Hitch Cem. High ground is rare, making landmarks like Bald Hill and the localized elevations of Decker Chapel Cem notable features in the river valley. The presence of Hull Airport and Snider Field indicates the importance of small-scale aviation to this rural community, providing a clear picture of local transport and land use during this era.