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2015 Map of Duck Island

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Duck Island
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

The Illinois River corridor dominates this landscape at the intersection of Fulton, Tazewell, and Mason Counties, where a complex network of backwater lakes and river islands defines the geography. Notable landforms including Duck Island, Miserable Island, and Senate Island are separated by intricate waterways such as Buckbrush Slough and Goose Slough. The presence of the Duck Cr Cooling Pond reflects the industrial infrastructure supporting the region’s energy needs, while the settlement of Goofy Ridge sits near the shores of Quiver Lake.

Genealogists and local historians can locate family landmarks such as Walnut Cem and Pollitt Cem tucked away from the river’s edge. The map captures the specialized topography of the river bottomlands, illustrating the transition from the wooded ridges of Hoxie Ridge to the broad, fertile expanse of Barton Field. This area, where Copperas Creek meets the main river channel, remains a primary focus for studying the historical hydrology and land use patterns of the Illinois valley.