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1983 Map of Manchester

Name: 1983 Topographic Map of Manchester
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1983
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1983

About this map

Manchester and Murrayville anchor this early 1980s topographical study of west-central Illinois. The terrain is defined by the drainage basins of Little Sandy Creek and Birch Creek, which create a complex network of wooded draws and ridges between the established townships. The Illinois Central Gulf railroad cuts a diagonal path through the landscape, serving as the primary industrial artery connecting these rural agricultural hubs.

Genealogists and local historians will find significant detail in the placement of rural landmarks like East Union Church, Bethel Cemetery, and Canatsey Cemetery. The map also captures local recreational and geographic boundaries, such as the Harmony Hills Campground and the meeting of Scott, Morgan, and Green counties. The detailed contouring provides a clear view of the prairie's transition into the creek valleys of Coon Creek and Henry Creek, reflecting the traditional land use patterns of the region.