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1993 Map of Rome

Name: 1993 Topographic Map of Rome
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1996
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1996

About this map

The Ohio River forms a sweeping oxbow as it defines the border between Indiana and Kentucky, anchoring this detailed 1993 revision of the Rome area. Along the northern bank, the settlement of Rome sits near a prominent bend, while across the water in Kentucky, the towns of Stephensport, Addison, and Holt follow the river’s path. The landscape is deeply dissected by drainages like Sinking Creek and Bear Creek, creating a series of named ridges and points such as Bill Point and Solomon Bryant Hill.

Genealogists and local researchers can identify numerous family-named landmarks and resting places, including Lamb Cem, Wegenast Cem, and Shoemaker Cem. The map highlights the extensive reach of the Hoosier National Forest in Indiana, where terrain features like Anspaugh Flats and Rickert Cliffs break the dense woodland. The Louisville and Nashville transit corridor runs through the southern portion, reflecting the historical importance of rail and river commerce to this river-valley region.