1973 Map of Vandalia Lake

About this map

The West Fork Cuivre River and its various tributaries, including Hickory Creek, define the drainage patterns across this section of Audrain and Montgomery Counties. In the early 1970s, Vandalia Lake served as a focal point for the region, complete with a dedicated Boat Ramp. The map reveals a landscape of dispersed rural settlements and agricultural infrastructure, notably at Rices Corner. Significant genealogy resources are scattered throughout the townships of Linn, Cuivre, and Upper Loutre, featuring several well-placed burial grounds and houses of worship. Local landmarks such as the West Cuivre Ch and New Providence Cem are clearly marked. Evidence of local transport and industry appears in the form of the Lemasters Landing Strip and a Claypit located near the eastern boundary, illustrating the area's economic activities during this period.