2012 Map of Venedy

About this map

The Kaskaskia River snakes across this Southern Illinois landscape, creating a complex network of oxbows and backwaters south of New Memphis. This 2012 survey illustrates the distinct agricultural and settlement patterns of Washington and Clinton counties, where straight section-line roads like Zimmermann Rd and Zinck Rd contrast with the wandering riverbank topography. Local heritage is rooted in small communities such as Venedy, Johannisburg, and the riverfront area of Wertenberg. The map provides specific locations for genealogical research, including Saint Johns Evangelical Cem and Miller Cem, while also documenting legacy locations like New Memphis Station. Former educational landmarks are preserved in the names of thoroughfares like Woodland School Rd and Liebig School Rd, which hint at the historical placement of rural schoolhouses in this farming region. Significant water features such as Queens Lake, Calamus Lake, and the Rayhill Slough define the bottomlands, reflecting the enduring influence of the river on local land use.