2016 Map of Petroleum

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The Salamonie River winds through this agricultural landscape at the intersection of Wells, Jay, and Blackford counties. This region is defined by an extensive network of drainage infrastructure, with named features such as Bloxsom Ditch, Sharpe Ditch, and Wilson Ditch supporting the productive farmland. Small settlements anchor the rural grid, including the distinctively named Petroleum, which sits near the northern boundary. Other localized hubs like Nottingham, Fiat, and Balbec serve as waypoints along the county roads. The southern edge of the survey reaches the village of Pennville, while local history is preserved at the Bloxsom Cem. Significant waterways like Beaver Cr and Mill Cr crisscross the townships, illustrating the intricate hydrography required to manage this flat, fertile terrain of east-central Indiana.