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2015 Map of Meredosia

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

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

The Illinois River creates a complex network of waterways and islands as it passes through this region, forming the border for four neighboring counties. Along the eastern banks, the village of Meredosia serves as a primary hub, while Naples sits further south along the river's bend. The landscape is defined by extensive backwater lakes and ponds such as Meredosia Lake, Barlow Lake, and Smith Lake, which emphasize the flood-prone character of the river valley.

To the east, the terrain rises sharply at Spunky Ridge, where several small streams like Coon Run and Spring Run descend toward the bottomlands. This area is particularly rich for genealogical research, documenting numerous burial grounds including Oakland Cem, Hodges Cem, and the New Salem Cem situated along US Highway 67. The proximity of places like Shady Acres and the intricate road network near Eagle Island highlights the continued agricultural and residential ties to this dynamic river environment.