The so-called founding father of Lake County was a man by the name of Solon Robinson who at a later date was dubbed “King of the Squatters”. This name came about after he defended the claims of his neighbors against speculators. Robinson and his family moved to what is now Lake County, in 1834 from Connecticut. After building their home, the Robinson family soon began constructing a log building that served as the courthouse and community church.

Lake County is located just off the southern tip of Lake Michigan and covers an area of 497 square miles. Lake County is made up of the all or portions of Townships thirty-one through thirty-eight and Ranges seven through 10; all of which are referenced to the First Principal Meridian. Lake County is located between the latitudes of west eight

The large population makes the necessity of a well put together transportation system. Lake County has Over 2,478 miles of roads and highways. Lake County still holds the title of the “Cross Roads of America.” This name was given to the point where US 41, which runs the span of the United States north and south, and US 31, which nearly spans the United States east to west, meet. Back in the industrial revolution of Lake County, railways were a necessity as well as harbors. While Lake County had their man made harbors, their railway system boomed. The usefulness of railways is still proven today with 175 different carriers which transport in the county. The Gary Regional Airport is yet another mode of useful transportation to and from the county, for vacation and business with over 185 carriers.

Time has changed many things in Northwest Indiana yet amazing some things still remain the same. Though some of the largest industries are now closed due to lack of income or an increase in technology, those that are left still do employ quiet a large number of workers. The southern communities in Lake County still remain small but are quickly on the rise. The change still proves that transportation is a necessity to the success of Lake County.

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