2019 Map of Blaine

About this map

The Salamonie River meanders across this rural section of Jay County, anchoring a landscape defined by an extensive network of drainage ditches and small runs. This 2019 survey captures the dispersed agricultural settlements of Blaine, Pony, Center, and Como, where the grid of county roads intersects historical family landmarks and burial sites. For genealogists, the map provides precise locations for numerous small cemeteries, including Whiteman Cem, Whicker Cem, and Stratton Cem. The drainage patterns, visible through features like Wikel Ditch and Lanning Ditch, illustrate the engineering required to manage the low-lying terrain. While Portland appears at the eastern edge, the map primarily focuses on the smaller crossroads and the complex hydrology of the Blaine Run and Brooks Cr watersheds.