2021 Map of Mermet

About this map

Ganntown and New Columbia anchor this southern Illinois landscape, situated along the border of Johnson and Massac counties. The terrain is defined by a series of bluffs and knobs, most notably the New Columbia Bluffs, Cagle Bluff, and Blue Knob. Local heritage is deeply etched into the land through numerous family and community burial grounds, including Scoggins Cem, Rentfro Cem, and the uniquely named Masonic Cem Number 10. The map reveals a complex hydraulic system in the southern lowlands, where agricultural drainage is managed by the New Columbia Ditch, Bear Cr Ditch, and Sen Beck Ditch. Small crossroads like Samoth and Mermet represent the enduring rural settlement patterns of the region, while landmarks like Footprint Rock suggest long-standing local points of interest.