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2021 Map of Salisbury

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Salisbury
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

The Sangamon River carves a winding path across this landscape, dividing the border between Menard Co and Sangamon Co. At the northern edge, Old Salem Chautauqua and New Salem Village represent significant cultural and heritage sites situated just east of the expansive Lake Petersburg. These locations suggest a region defined by historical preservation and recreation, where the river valley supports both established settlements like Salisbury and Tice and newer developments such as Hideaway Ests.

Tracing the rural roads reveals a high density of ancestral landmarks, including Richland Baptist Cem, Harrison Cem, and Farmers Point Cem. The presence of small, named settlements like Lewisburg and distinct watercourses like Richland Cr and Prairie Cr provides a clear view of the area's geography. The map captures the transition between the rolling river bluffs and the level agricultural plains, documenting the placement of family-named landmarks and country churches that define the local heritage.