2023 Map of Ayersville

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Powell Creek and its various tributaries, including North Powell Creek and Wagner Run, carve a network of drainage across this agricultural landscape at the intersection of Defiance, Paulding, and Putnam counties. The area is defined by its small, long-standing settlements like Ayersville in the northeast and Arthur to the west. Rural life is anchored by a series of family and community burial grounds, such as Hill Cem and Mansfield Cem, which offer significant value for genealogical research in this part of Northwest Ohio. The presence of Blevins Airport near Co Hwy 5 provides a modern navigational landmark amidst the traditional township and range grid. This survey provides a contemporary view of the region's infrastructure, from the Def Putnam Co Line Rd to the quiet crossroads at Rice, documenting the persistent spatial patterns of these rural communities.