2018 Map of Momence

About this map

The Kankakee River winds through the heart of this landscape, defining the character of eastern Illinois as it creates a series of substantial river islands including Parish Island, Koops Island, and Maple Island. The city of Momence serves as the primary hub, where the river's path is flanked by residential blocks and cemeteries such as Saint Patricks Cem and Momence Cem. North of the river, the terrain shifts into a precise grid of agricultural roads, interrupted by smaller settlements like Grant Park and Yeager. Local history is preserved in several rural burial grounds, including Union Corner Cem and Shrontz Cem, while the eastern portion of the sheet features the recreational waters of Lake Metonga and Mirror Lake. The area's transport network is a mix of traditional county highways and a significant north-south railroad corridor, reflecting the region's enduring connection between river-based geography and rail-bound commerce.