
Richland and Farmingdale anchor this Sangamon County landscape, characterized by the winding drainages of Prairie Creek, Spring Creek, and Archer Creek. The area’s agricultural roots and local lineage are visible through several distinct burial grounds, including the centrally located Farmington Cemetery Cem and the peripheral Anderson Cem. The transportation network is a blend of traditional county routes and modern connections, with names like Richland Elevator Rd and N Old Covered Bridge Ln hinting at the former industrial and river-crossing infrastructure that supported the local economy. To the southeast, the settlement of Riddle Hill sits near the junction of several historic corridors, including Old Salem Ln, providing a detailed look at the contemporary rural development and land use patterns in this part of Illinois.
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1907 · Springfield
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1909 · Tallula
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1922 · Divernon
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1924 · Divernon
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1924 · Waverly
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1926 · Waverly
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1930 · Springfield
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1940 · Tallula
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1940 · Springfield
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1950 · Springfield West
USGS Topo · 1:24,000