2012 Map of Macon West

About this map

Blue Mound stands as a focal point in this central Illinois landscape, where a dense network of country roads connects scattered farmsteads and rural landmarks. The survey is particularly significant for genealogists, as it meticulously identifies numerous burial grounds such as the Independent Order of Oddfellows Cem and Traughber Cem, reflecting the deep-rooted family history of the region. The drainage patterns are defined by several watercourses, including Mosquito Cr and Long Grove Cr, which meander through the agricultural plots. Small infrastructure points like Cribbet Airport and the settlement at Walker illustrate the community's local transport and aviation history. The grid-like road system, featuring routes like S Lincoln Memorial Pkwy and Rosedale Rd, underscores the organized land division typical of the Illinois prairie.