2021 Map of Merna

About this map

Merna and Fletcher anchor this central Illinois landscape, where the agricultural grid is bisected by the iconic alignment of Old Rte 66. The terrain is defined by the gentle drainage of the Mackinaw River in the northeast and the intermittent flow of Money Creek and Crooked Creek. For genealogists and local historians, several burial sites are preserved within these sections, including Holy Cross Cemetery, Smith Grove Cemetery, and the Indian Field Cemetery near the northern boundary. The presence of P J Killian Airport and Blue Mound provide distinct landmarks among the rural road network. The map illustrates a contemporary view of McLean County land use, maintaining a balance between traditional farmstead locations and modern infrastructure like General Electric Road.