2012 Map of Prairietown

About this map

Holiday Lake sits at the center of this Madison County landscape, surrounded by the suburban development of Holiday Shores. In contrast to the residential density around the lake, the surrounding terrain is defined by a network of creeks and small family-named landmarks that hint at an older agricultural foundation. Tributaries like Sherry Cr, Paddock Cr, and the larger Cahokia Cr drain the area, while several cemeteries, such as the Paddock Family Cem and Liberty Prairie Cem, reflect the early settlement history of this rural Illinois prairie. The small crossroads of Prairietown, Midway, and Carpenter anchor the local road network, which still maintains a predominantly grid-like structure typical of Midwestern farming communities. The map highlights the coexistence of newer lakeside living with traditional sites like the Saint Peters Lutheran Cem and Zion Lutheran Cem.