2012 Map of Ames

About this map

Ames and Tipton anchor this rural landscape in Randolph County, where small-town life and agricultural tradition are defined by the winding paths of Horse Cr and its many tributaries. The area is characterized by a network of local family roads and aviation history, evidenced by Our Lady Immaculata Airport and the Duclos RLA Airport. For genealogists, the map preserves the location of several rural burying grounds, including Saint Johns Cem, Saint Peter Cem, Rebenack Cem, and Nelson Cem, which are scattered throughout the countryside. The terrain is marked by the slow movement of the Dry Fork and Prairie Br, flowing toward small water bodies like Lake Emmett and Lake Mildred. This 2012 survey provides a clear view of the modern road network, from Ames Rd to Black Jack Rd, mapping the enduring layout of this Illinois farming community.