2015 Map of Equality

About this map

The Saline River and its North Fork divide this landscape, which transitions from the northern flats around Equality into the rising terrain of the Wildcat Hills. This area of Southern Illinois is characterized by numerous family and community landmarks, such as Elmwood Cem, Level Hill Cem, and Hickory Hill Catholic Cem. To the south, the Shawnee National Forest encompasses a rugged network of hollows, including Poplar Hollow, Burnt Shanty Hollow, and Pounds Hollow. Small settlements like Kedron, Leamington, and Gibsonia are connected by a grid of named roads like High Knob Rd and Shawnee Forest Rd. The map provides a look at the drainage patterns of Eagle Creek and Lawler Ditch, reflecting the historic agricultural and timber-based economy of Gallatin County.