1932 Map of Manito
USGS Topo · Published 1932About this map
The Illinois River valley dominates this 1932 study, revealing a complex network of wetlands and early water management efforts in Mason and Tazewell counties. Broad backwaters like Rice Lake, Miserable Lake, and Goose Lake flank the river, punctuated by the narrow Hoxie Ridge and the Duck Island Hunting Club. The map documents a transition from natural sloughs, such as Buckbrush Slough, to an extensive system of man-made drainage, including the Quiver Ditch and Main Ditch. This infrastructure was vital for the agricultural development of the surrounding prairie.
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Editions of this 1932 Manito Map
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Historical Maps of Manito Through Time
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