1998 Map of Argenta

About this map

Friends Creek and Kickapoo Creek flow through this section of central Illinois, converging near the agricultural settlements of Argenta and Newburg. The landscape is defined by the winding course of the Sangamon River as it enters the northern reaches of Lake Decatur, a prominent feature that reshaped the local topography. This late 20th-century survey shows the area's rural character preserved through its numerous family and community burial grounds, such as Friends Creek Cem and Ritchie Cem, alongside local landmarks like the Oakley Brick Ch. Transportation patterns are evidenced by the transition from rural roads to more modern infrastructure, including Interchange 150. Near Oreana, the map documents several industrial sites, including scattered Gravel Pits, which illustrate the region's reliance on local natural resources. The inclusion of Berry Sch and Union Ch provides essential touchpoints for those researching the social fabric of these townships.