2021 Map of Mineral

About this map

Annawan and Mineral sit along the southern edge of this landscape, marking a transition from the agricultural uplands to the complex water management system of the Green River basin. This modern survey illustrates the extensive drainage infrastructure defining the region, characterized by a dense network of engineered waterways such as Roe Ditch, Bureau County Ditch, and Mineral Marsh Ditch. These features, alongside Goose Pond Ditch and the Feeder Basin, indicate a century-long effort to reclaim the low-lying wetlands for cultivation. Between these drainage projects, the Gold Township Cem remains a quiet landmark of local genealogy. The map also traces the paths of Coal Cr and Lawson Cr as they weave through the structured grid of rural roads and section lines that define the border between Henry and Bureau counties.