2012 Map of Avon

About this map

Avon and Saint Augustine anchor this section of the Illinois prairie, where the landscape is defined by a rigorous grid of section-line roads and the winding paths of Swan Cr and Cedar Cr. The map reveals a dense concentration of local heritage sites, particularly for genealogical research, with numerous small burial grounds scattered across the townships. From Hunt Cem in the north to the Old Prairie City Cem on the southern edge, these sites reflect the generations of farming families who settled this region. The terrain is lightly dissected by watercourses like Gallett Cr and Aylesworth Br, which break the geometric precision of the fields. Notable landmarks such as the Long RLA Airport and the Lake Avon Country Club Reservoir represent the modern development of local infrastructure and leisure in this agricultural heartland.