2015 Map of Shumway

About this map

Shumway sits at the heart of this Effingham County landscape, where the prairie grid is frequently interrupted by the winding paths of Wolf Cr and Morris Cr. The settlement pattern is deeply connected to local genealogy and heritage, evidenced by a high density of family and congregational burial grounds such as Trinity Lutheran Cem, Saint Marys Cem, and Blue Point Baptist Cem. To the south, the irregular shoreline of Lake Sara introduces a distinct topographic shift, as residential roads like N Cardinal Ln and N Resort Rd weave around the water's edge. This 2015 survey illustrates the enduring rural character of the region, from the small community of Holland near the northern county line to the Shumway International Airport, all while maintaining the traditional section-line road system that has defined the Illinois interior for generations.