Forsyth serves as a central hub of suburban expansion north of Decatur, where residential development meets the agricultural landscape of Macon County. The map details the transition from established neighborhoods to open fields, anchored by institutions like Richland Community College and the Hickory Point Golf Course. Historical roots remain visible through sites such as Boiling Springs Cem and Garver Cem, providing vital reference points for genealogists. The natural drainage of the prairie is defined by the winding paths of Stevens Cr, Spring Cr, and Kickapoo Cr, which cut through the grid of county roads. Smaller settlements like Emery and Larkdale appear alongside a dense network of local thoroughfares including Schellabarger Rd and Emery Rd, illustrating the modern infrastructure that connects these communities.
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1929 · Decatur
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1933 · Decatur
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1954 · Niantic
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1957 · Kenney
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1957 · Maroa
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1958 · Peoria
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1958 · Decatur
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1961 · Peoria
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1961 · Decatur
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1963 · Peoria
USGS Topo · 1:250,000