2021 Map of Albion NW

About this map

The Little Wabash River meanders through this portion of southeastern Illinois, carving a complex network of wetlands and seasonal sloughs that define the local topography. This 2021 survey illustrates how the river's movement has created distinct landforms like Old River Island and Rattlesnake Bluff, while extensive drainage works such as the W Side Diversion Ditch and Union Drainage Ditch manage the bottomlands. For genealogists and local historians, the map serves as a detailed record of rural community landmarks, documenting numerous family and church burial grounds including McKendree Cem, Locust Grove Cem, and Thomas Hill Cem. The infrastructure of the area is tied to its water-bound geography, featuring crossings like Massilon Bridge and Hedge Bridge that link the scattered agricultural homesteads across the Wayne and Edwards county line.