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2018 Map of Brighton

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Brighton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

Brighton and the northern edge of Godfrey anchor this Illinois landscape along the border of Jersey and Macoupin counties. The terrain is defined by the winding course of Piasa Creek and its many tributaries, such as Little Piasa Creek, which create a complex system of wooded draws and ridges between agricultural fields. Numerous small water bodies, including Crystal Lake, Gotter Pond, and Thunderbird Lake, are scattered throughout the region, reflecting a mix of natural drainages and modern impoundments.

Local history and genealogy are well-represented by a high density of rural burial grounds. Family names and community heritage are preserved at locations like Trible Cemetery, Asbury Cemetery, and Marston Cemetery. The settlement of Piasa serves as a northern waypoint, while the convergence of Route 111 and several established local roads like Miles Station Road illustrates the modern transportation network laid over the traditional township and range grid.