2012 Map of Mill Creek

About this map

Elco and the village of Mill Creek anchor this Southern Illinois landscape as it appeared in the early 2010s. The terrain transitions from the low-lying Hogskin Bottoms and Bluff Lake in the west to a more complex network of ridges and hollows in the east, characterized by evocative local names like You-Be Hollow and Dry Hollow. This region is a significant area for genealogical research, containing numerous family and community burial grounds such as Honey Cem, Sims Cem, and McClure Cem. The infrastructure follows the natural topography, with Elco Rd and Tamms-Elco Rd connecting the scattered hamlets. Landmarks like the Bass Hill Lookout Tower and Italian Hill rise above the drainage systems of Sexton Cr and Sandy Cr, illustrating the rugged character of the Shawnee Hills transition. The map also captures small settlements like Springville and Valley Mission, providing a precise look at the rural road network including McDaniel School Rd.