2019 Map of Shelby

About this map

The Kankakee River winds through a landscape defined by an extensive drainage network, where the borders of Lake, Newton, and Jasper counties converge. This 2019 survey documents a rural and residential environment where water management is central to the land's utility, evidenced by the numerous engineered waterways like Singleton Ditch, Brown Ditch, and Tully Ditch. The settlement of Shelby sits north of the river, while Thayer and Roselawn anchor the southern portions of the map. Residential developments such as those near Lake Holiday and along Island Blvd show the modern footprint of the area. For local historians, the inclusion of the Roselawn Cem and the naming of local corridors like Monon Rd provide specific points of reference for genealogical or community research. The map also identifies local recreational or functional spaces such as River View Field and the small cluster at Forest City.