2015 Map of Payson

About this map

Payson and the surrounding township at the southern edge of Adams County are defined by a landscape of intricate creek drainages and family-held land. The village of Payson sits at the intersection of a grid-based road network that gives way to more winding routes near Possum Hollow and the banks of Pigeon Cr. This 2015 survey reveals an exceptional concentration of family burial grounds and community graveyards, suggesting deep ancestral ties to the land. From the Nichols Family Cem to the Rice Family Cem and the Lock Family Cem, the map serves as a vital record for genealogists tracing early settlers. In addition to the larger village, smaller clusters like Plainville and the named area of Adams are documented alongside local landmarks like Krutmeier Airport, reflecting the area's mix of agricultural heritage and modern utility.