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2015 Map of Annawan

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Annawan
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

The agricultural landscape between Atkinson and Annawan is defined by an intricate network of water management features designed to drain the flat prairie. The map documents numerous engineered waterways including the Shabbona Special Ditch, Main-Union Special Ditch, and Mineral Marsh Ditch, which channel water toward the Green River and Mud Creek. This systematic alteration of the local hydrology enabled the extensive farming operations that characterize Henry County.

Beyond the townships, the rural areas are punctuated by small family and community landmarks such as Goble Cem and Maple Grove Cem. Local infrastructure is further reflected in named thoroughfares like Baker School Rd and the industrial activity near Spath Spur. The presence of the Sacred Heart Cemetery near the center of the sheet highlights the established local congregations that have served these Illinois farming communities for generations.