2015 Map of Oblong North

About this map

The North Fork Embarras River winds southward through this rural landscape, dividing the border between Jasper Co and Crawford Co. This region of Illinois is defined by its agricultural grid and a high density of small community burial grounds, serving as a vital record for genealogists. The small settlements of Kibbie and Dogwood anchor the northern reaches, while the northern edge of Oblong appears at the southern margin near Oblong Lake. The land is etched by a complex network of creeks, including No Business Cr, Willow Cr, and Muddy Cr, which dictate the drainage patterns across these expansive fields. Local history is preserved in named landmarks like White Oak Cem, Randolph Cem, and Sand Rock Cem, each marking the legacy of the area's early families and congregations.