2021 Map of Melvin West

About this map

The agrarian landscape of Ford County, Illinois, is defined by its rectilinear grid and systematic drainage network. In this central Illinois region, the village of Melvin sits at the eastern edge of the quadrangle, serving as a focal point for the surrounding farmstead roads. To the west, the settlement of Sibley and the community of Guthrie are linked by a complex web of named rural routes, including Co Hwy 24 and E 1000N Rd. The terrain is shaped by vital water management features such as Big Four Ditch and Dickerson Slough, which facilitate drainage across the flat prairie lands. To the north, the boundary between Livingston Co and Ford Co follows E 1500N Rd, while Indian Cr and Drummer Cr provide the primary natural drainage for these fertile agricultural townships.