1986 Map of Effingham

About this map

The Kaskaskia River and its massive impoundment, Lake Shelbyville, dominate the western half of this central Illinois landscape. In the mid-1980s, the region was a critical nexus for transit and recreation, shown here through the convergence of Interstate 70 and the Illinois Central Gulf railroad. Major conservation areas like Fox Ridge State Park and Eagle Creek State Park are clearly delineated, illustrating the state's efforts to preserve the Embarras River valley and lakeside habitats.