2018 Map of Fairman

About this map

The East Fork Kaskaskia River carves a deep, winding path through this central Illinois landscape, defining the topography between the small settlements of Patoka and Fairman. The map reveals a high density of rural cemeteries, including Harrison Cem, Lewis Cem, and Crose Cem, which serve as vital markers for genealogical research in Marion County. To the southeast, the landscape transitions toward the outskirts of Odin and Salem, showing the intersection of local routes like Co Hwy 14 and Co Hwy 5. The drainage network is particularly detailed, with numerous tributaries such as Louse Run, Davidson Cr, and Lost Cr feeding into the river system. This survey provides a clear view of the rural road grid and the persistent agrarian and small-town structure of the region in the late 2010s.