2012 Map of Joppa

About this map

The Ohio River dominates the center of this landscape, serving as a state boundary and a corridor for river commerce near Joppa. To the north, the terrain is defined by low-lying wetlands and seasonal water bodies like Mermet Lake and Snake Slough, while a network of rural roads connects established settlements such as Choat and Rossington. The map reveals a high density of small family and community burial sites, including Kirkendall Cem, Liberty Ridge Cem, and Martin Cem, reflecting the deep-rooted settlement history of Massac County. Further east, the Metropolis Municipal Airport and the waters of Metropolis Lake show the intersection of modern infrastructure and the natural riverine environment. Local drainage is managed by a series of named waterways like Nasty Cr and Bayou Cr, which meander through the agricultural lands and bottomlands that characterize this river-bend region.