2015 Map of Manchester

About this map

The village of Manchester and the neighboring community of Murrayville anchor this 2015 study of the borderlands between Scott, Morgan, and Greene Counties. The landscape is defined by the headwaters of several drainages, including Birch Cr and N Little Sandy Cr, which carve through the agricultural terrain. A strong sense of local heritage is preserved in the numerous cemeteries scattered across the township, such as Murrayville Cem, Old Manchester Cem, and the more secluded Bethel Cem. Transportation follows a mix of modern corridors like US Highway 67 and established rural routes including Harts School Rd and Sellars Rd. The map provides a detailed view of the small-town infrastructure and the persistence of family-named landmarks in this corner of the Illinois prairie.