2018 Map of Concord

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Mauvaise Terre Creek and its southern tributaries define the lower half of this landscape, carving through the agricultural terrain of Morgan County. The map provides significant genealogical value through its density of rural burial grounds, notably the Morgan County Poor Farm Cem and Morgan County Farm Cem, which point to the social history of the region's care for its residents. The settlement at Concord is a primary focal point, supported by local landmarks like Williams Airpark and the Concord Reservoir. The transition from the more developed southern periphery of Jacksonville to the open fields of Joy Prairie illustrates the enduring rural character of central Illinois. Numerous family-named roads and small cemeteries like Angel Cem and Crum Cem are scattered across the township lines, marking a legacy of local land ownership and small-scale community hubs.