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2021 Map of Saline Mines

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Saline Mines
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

The Ohio River serves as the eastern boundary for this terrain along the Illinois-Kentucky border, where the Saline River flows into the larger waterway. The landscape is characterized by the expansive Shawnee National Forest and a series of rural settlements such as Cadiz, Rock Creek, and Saline Landing. Local family history is well-preserved through numerous small burial grounds, including Stanley Cem, Rutherford Cem, and Shewmaker Cem, which are scattered throughout the hills and hollows.

Industry and topography are inextricably linked here, with the Saline Mines located in the northern reaches and the distinct geological feature known as Big Sink to the south. Notable ridges and depressions like Tucker Hill and Hooven Hollow define the area's physical character, while the Battery Rock Trl offers a connection to the riverfront. The map also records several small creeks, such as Goose Cr and Harris Cr, which drain the forested uplands.