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2012 Map of Argenta

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Argenta
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The Sangamon River carves a winding path through this central Illinois landscape, defining the topography north of Oakley and Chapin. In this transition zone between agricultural fields and the burgeoning northern reaches of Lake Decatur, the settlement pattern reflects a deeply rooted local history. The village of Argenta serves as a primary hub in the north, while smaller communities like Oreana and Newburg anchor the surrounding townships.

Genealogists will find this area particularly noteworthy for its high density of family and community burial sites, including Friends Creek Cem, Union Cem, and Garver Cem near the lake. The rail-and-road network is highlighted by specific landmarks such as Hufford Switch and Reas Bridge, which facilitate movement across the river's floodplains. Traces of early transportation routes are visible through labels like Dantown Rd and Star Route Rd, marking the connections between these prairie settlements.