2015 Map of Palmyra

About this map

Palmyra and Modesto anchor this agricultural landscape in Macoupin County, where the transition from flat prairie to the dissected drainages of the Otter Cr system is clearly defined. The terrain is notably marked by significant water management features, including the extensive Otter Lake and the Palmyra-Modesto City Lake, which serve as central points for local infrastructure. The map reveals a dense network of family and community history preserved in numerous small burial sites, such as the Blue Grass Cem, Oak Grove Cem, and the singular Doss Grave. This 2015 data also highlights the Zelmer Memorial Airpark Inc south of Palmyra, illustrating how modern aviation facilities integrate with a landscape still largely dictated by the winding paths of Nassa Cr and the E Fork Otter Cr.