In 1964, Elkinsville, a small town located in the Salt Creek Watershed near Bloomington, was forced to relocate in order to build the Lake Monroe Reservoir.
For information on the Lake Monroe Reservoir, including directions and recreational activities, visit: in.gov/dnr.
To learn more about the history of Elkinsville, watch WTIU's documentary, Elkinsville - Washed Away by Progress, available in WTIU Passport.