2024 Map of Salem South

About this map

The agricultural plains of Marion County south of Salem reveal a landscape defined by small rural hubs and a network of family and community cemeteries. Small settlements like Selmaville and Cartter anchor the local road system, while the western edge is shaped by the expansive Lake Centralia. The terrain is deeply inscribed with local history through its many burial grounds, including Bethlehem Cem, Paradise Cem, and the Romine Prairie Cem. Waterways such as Crooked Creek and Raccoon Creek meander through the farmland, creating natural breaks in the grid of county roads. This area remains a vital agricultural region where modern transit corridors intersect with long-established landmarks like Dunkard Cem and the waters of Lofton Lake.