2015 Map of Aledo East

About this map

The Edwards River meanders across this rural Mercer County landscape, framing a transition from the structured street grid of Aledo to the surrounding agricultural prairie. To the east, the small communities of Shale City, Wanlock, and Old Gilehrist sit near the river's edge, while the southern reaches of the map are defined by the winding paths of Pope Cr and Maids Run. For those researching local families, the area is dotted with small burial grounds, including the Artz Cem, McPherren Cem, and Carnahan Cem. The presence of the Mercer County Airport in the northwest and the clustering of settlements like Sugar Grove reflect the ongoing balance between rural heritage and infrastructure in this part of Illinois.