2015 Map of Lake Fork

About this map

The settlement of Lake Fork serves as a quiet focal point in this central Illinois landscape, situated at the boundary of Logan and Sangamon counties. This agricultural region is defined by the winding course of the Lake Fork waterway and the meandering Hunter Slough, which cut across a grid of rural thoroughfares such as Lynn Rd and Shellhammer Rd. For those researching local family history, the map provides precise locations for several rural burying grounds, including Carlyle Cem, Steenberger Cem, and Bell Cem. The layout of the land reflects a mature farming economy, where the traditional section-line roads intersect with the natural drainage patterns of the Illinois prairie. The transition between Logan and Sangamon counties is clearly marked, illustrating how these administrative boundaries align with the local road network and natural water features.