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2015 Map of Scales Mound West

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Scales Mound West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Council Hill and Scales Mound anchor this portion of Jo Daviess County, where the driftless area terrain is carved by the E Fork Galena River and its various tributaries. The settlement pattern reflects a deeply rooted community history, evidenced by a high density of small cemeteries and local chapels such as Miners Chapel Cem and Singers Catholic Cem. These features, often located on high ground near early crossroads, provide valuable markers for genealogists and local historians tracing family lines in this part of Illinois.

The southern half of the map is dominated by the sprawling waters of Galena Lake, a modern landmark surrounded by a network of residential roads like Eagle Ridge Dr and Thunder Bay Rd. This development contrasts with the traditional rural character of places like Guilford and the distinctive topographic depressions of Snipe Hollow and Long Hollow. The intricate road network, including the historic W Stagecoach Trl, follows the natural contours of the land, connecting the high ridges to the river valleys.