2021 Map of Carthage West

About this map

The Hancock County Courthouse serves as the central landmark for this Illinois landscape, which centers on the city of Carthage. This modern-era survey shows the westward expansion of the county seat toward Carthage Lake, illustrating how the town has grown while maintaining its traditional grid. Notable for genealogists, the map identifies several local burial grounds including Moss Ridge Cem, Calvary Cem, and the Old Carthage Cem located near the town center. The surrounding rural landscape is marked by smaller settlements like Ferris, McCall, and Elvaston, interconnected by a dense network of county roads. Aviation history is present through several small landing strips such as Plain Crazy Airport and Schilson Field, while the hydrology is dominated by the meandering paths of Bear Cr and Rock Creek in the northern and southern sectors.