2012 Map of Villa Grove NW

About this map

The Embarras River and its various tributaries define the hydrology of this rural Champaign County landscape. Meandering through a grid of county roads, the river is joined by the E Br Embarras River, while significant drainage features like Black Slough, Long Point Slough, and Jordan Slough carve through the agricultural fields. The map reveals the placement of essential community landmarks including Saint Marys Cem and Jessee Cem, which serve as primary anchors for genealogical research in this part of Illinois. The transportation network is dominated by a systematic grid, including Co Hwy-600 and Washington St, facilitating movement across the prairie. This survey captures the region's enduring rural character and the persistent path of its waterways before modern development altered the drainage patterns.