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2010 Map of Oquawka

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Oquawka
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Oquawka sits at a sharp bend in the Mississippi River, serving as a central point for the complex riverine landscape of Henderson County. This 2010 survey details the intricate network of islands and side channels, including Benton Island, Mill Island, and Oquawka Island, which are separated by Benton Slough and Mill Slough. The land around the river is marked by numerous water bodies such as Whitehouse Lake, Island Lake, and Phelps Slough, reflecting a geography heavily influenced by the river's historical shifts and seasonal drainage.

Away from the riverbanks, the map reveals a structured grid of rural roads and established local landmarks. The Oquawka Wagon Covered Bridge stands south of town, while several burial grounds like County Farm Cemetery and Cumberland Cemetery provide important points of reference for local genealogy. The presence of Meekers Landing and Casey Barrow Landing underscores the area's continued connection to river transport and recreation, while Henderson Creek and its associated Old Channel Henderson Creek trace the natural drainage patterns across the Illinois prairie.