2015 Map of Harristown

About this map

The Sangamon River winds through this central Illinois landscape west of Decatur, anchoring a region of small farming settlements and historical family landmarks. The village of Harristown sits along the northern rail and road corridor, while Boody and Blackland mark the southwestern transition toward open prairie. Local history is deeply etched into the land through numerous rural burying grounds, including Harristown Cem, Muirheid Cem, and the Salem Cem near Bulldog Crossing. This modern survey details a complex intersection of transportation and heritage, featuring the Lincoln Memorial Pky and the Lincoln Trail Bridge. The map records a landscape where established communities like Wyckles Corners persist alongside natural features like Spring Cr and Stevens Creek, illustrating the enduring spatial organization of Macon County.