2013 Map of Sulphur Springs

About this map

Sulphur Springs and the surrounding farmland of Henry County are defined by a network of drainage ditches and small creeks that supported this agricultural region into the early 21st century. The landscape is dotted with small, concentrated settlements such as Mount Summit, Springport, and Oakville, many of which originated as railroad stops or rural trade centers. A unique characteristic of this specific area is the presence of small-scale aviation facilities like Roberts Field Airport and the descriptively named The Last Resort Airport, reflecting the local importance of private airstrips in rural Indiana. Water management is a primary feature of the terrain, evidenced by man-made alterations such as Peckinpaugh Ditch, Abshire Ditch, and Sulphur Drain, which channel water from natural runs like Bell Cr and Fall Cr to maximize the productivity of the surrounding fields.