2015 Map of Greenup

About this map

The Embarras River carves a winding path through this central Illinois landscape, defining the topography south of Greenup. This survey documents a rural transition where the northern town centers of the Cumberland Co region give way to the smaller hamlets of Jasper Co at the southern edge. The map reveals a dense network of country roads, such as E 2100th Ave, that link generational landmarks including the Salem Cem, Chezem Cem, and Ward Cem. The interior contains small settlements like Walla Walla and Liberty Hill, while the village of Hidalgo anchors the southeast corner. This cartographic study illustrates the persistence of small agricultural communities and the importance of creek systems like Muddy Creek and Range Cr in shaping local property lines and road placements.