2016 Map of Moodys

About this map

The Illinois River flows through the eastern portion of this landscape, cutting past notable landforms like Eagles Bluff and Hanging Rock. This Cherokee County region is defined by a series of hollows and ridges, with named features such as Peavine Hollow and Cedar Hollow indicating the complex topography surrounding the river valley. The settlement pattern is dispersed, centered on small communities like Moodys, Lowrey, and Teresita. Genealogy researchers will find several local burial sites documented, including Moodys Cem and the Agent Cem. Water management is evident in the western half of the map through the Fourteen Mile Cr Reservoir and its associated namesake stream, Fourteenmile Cr, which drains the area south of Liberty. Crossing points like Combs Bridge provide historical context for the movement of goods and people across the river toward Ellerville.