2012 Map of Ripley

About this map

Ripley anchors the southeastern corner of this Brown County landscape, where the La Moine River winds through a terrain defined by numerous creeks and historical burial sites. The presence of Scotts Mill north of Dutch Ridge points to the area’s water-powered past, while the density of cemeteries—ranging from the Ripley Township Cem to smaller family plots like the Kinman Burial Ground and Tebo Burial Ground—offers significant value for genealogical research. The map tracks the complex drainage system of the Shelby Cr and its branches, such as N Fork Shelby Cr and S Fork Shelby Cr, which carved the undulating landscape. This 2012 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey captures the rural character of the Illinois backcountry, preserving the locations of remote landmarks like Lynn Cem and the Greenwell Cem along an intricate network of county roads.