1998 Map of Greenbush

About this map

Greenbush serves as the focal point of this western Illinois landscape, where the township structure of the prairie meets a complex system of wooded draws and drainage basins. The area is defined by the headwaters and tributaries of several prominent waterways, including Swan Creek, Negro Creek, and the southern reach of the East Fork La Moine River. These stream valleys contrast with the level agricultural sections of Roseville and Berwick to the north, creating a varied terrain that dictated early settlement patterns. For researchers, the map identifies several distinct family and community burial sites, such as Bond Cem, McMahill Cem, and Larkins Cem, which provide specific location data for local genealogy. The central corridor is anchored by Swan Lake and the nearby Townhall, illustrating the persistent community nodes that have remained as the region maintained its rural character into the late twentieth century.