2018 Map of Oneida

About this map

Oneida and Altona serve as the primary hubs in this section of Knox County, surrounded by a landscape defined by an orderly grid of country roads and local creek drainages. The area is notable for its concentration of small burial grounds, including the Old Scotch Cem, Martin Cem, and Walnut Grove Cem, which provide significant points of interest for genealogical research. The terrain is marked by subtle rises such as Pilot Knob and several small bodies of water like Lake Windsor and Fishhook Lake that dot the southern reaches. The transport network is anchored by a rail line cutting diagonally through the center, passing directly through Altona and Oneida, while the surrounding territory is intricately divided by rural routes like Ratley Rd and Coal Rd. This configuration reflects the enduring agricultural character of the Illinois prairie, where small-town centers were strategically spaced along the railway to serve the surrounding farms.