2018 Map of Assumption

About this map

Assumption and Moweaqua anchor this central Illinois landscape, showing the organized grid of Christian and Shelby counties in 2018. The map details a predominantly agricultural region defined by a sophisticated network of local roads such as Co RD 1800 N and Co RD 1300 N, which facilitate movement between rural homesteads and the larger settlements. Local history is anchored at Saint Marys Cem and Hayes Cem, while the natural drainage of the prairie is visible through the winding paths of Flat Branch and Big George Br. The presence of Radford and the detailed street layout of the primary towns, including S Railroad Ave in Moweaqua, illustrate how these communities grew along the corridors of the regional rail and road infrastructure. This study traces the subtle topographic variations and watercourses like Oak Br and Sorghum Br that continue to shape the development of the Illinois farm belt.