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1959 Map of Schneider

Name: 1959 Topographic Map of Schneider
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1981
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1981

About this map

Kankakee River wetlands and intensive drainage engineering define this portion of the Indiana borderlands. The landscape is carved by a complex network of man-made waterways including Singleton Ditch, Bruce Ditch, and Griesel Ditch, which were essential for reclaiming the low-lying prairie for agricultural use. The town of Schneider serves as a local hub, situated at the intersection of the Conrail line and significant local roads. Further south, the La Salle State Fish and Wildlife Area preserves the riparian character of the river valley.

Local life is anchored by community landmarks such as St. Augusta Ch and the Lake Village Cem in the settlement of Lake Village. Economic activity is represented by the Grain Elevator in Schneider and a Sand and Gravel Pit to the northeast. Transportation infrastructure is prominent, featuring two airfields and the crossing of the Louisville and Nashville railroad through the eastern township of Lincoln.