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2015 Map of Herrick

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Herrick
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Herrick sits at the intersection of local history and rural geography, straddling the line between Shelby and Fayette counties. The landscape is defined by the winding course of the Kaskaskia River and its numerous tributaries, including Becks Cr, Section Cr, and Mitchell Cr. This survey is particularly notable for its high density of local cemeteries, providing a detailed spatial record for genealogical research in this part of Illinois.

To the south, the Dean Hills rise above the river bottomlands, offering a distinct contrast to the surrounding agricultural grid. Scattered throughout the townships are several burial grounds, from the small Beck Private Cem to larger community sites like Oak Grove Cem and Antioch Cem. These landmarks, along with features such as Lorton Bridge and Wren Bridge, reveal a longstanding network of crossings and settlements tied to the river's drainage basin.