1978 Map of Nanafalia

About this map

Nanafalia and the surrounding rural communities of Marengo County are defined by an intricate network of creeks and small family settlements during this mid-1970s survey. The landscape is heavily dissected by waterways like Sweetwater Creek, Horse Creek, and Pill Berry Creek, which dictate the placement of local roads and farmsteads. Cultural markers for genealogists are abundant, including several established houses of worship such as St Paul Ch and Independent Ch, along with numerous local burial grounds like Hickory Grove Cem and Luker Cem. The map reveals the layout of small hamlets including Nicholsville, Coxheath, and Hoboken, where local infrastructure such as a Substation and a Gaging Station on the creek bank indicate the ongoing management of the area's natural resources and utilities.