1943 Map of Sandborn

About this map

The town of Sandborn serves as a focal point in this southern Indiana landscape, situated at the intersection of the Pennsylvania railroad and several regional roads during the early 1940s. The map illustrates a transition from the structured street grids of Sandborn and Marco to the surrounding lowlands defined by Cane Green Bottom and the White River. An extensive network of drainage infrastructure, including Brewer Ditch and Slash Ditch, reveals the effort required to manage the area's hydrology for agriculture and industry. To the north and west, the terrain is marked by Strip Mine operations near Pleasantville and Sponsler, highlighting the importance of coal extraction to the local economy. Genealogists will find a wealth of local landmarks, from small country houses of worship like Burris Chapel and Stafford Ch to family and community burial grounds including Sandborn Cem and Begeman Cem.