2012 Map of Walsh

About this map

The agrarian landscape of Randolph County in 2012 is centered on the small settlements of Preston, Walsh, and Schuline. The terrain is defined by a dense network of creek systems, including Plum Cr, Butter Cr, and the winding Ninemile Cr that cuts across the southern portion of the quadrangle. For genealogists and local historians, the area is well-preserved with several family and community burial grounds, such as the Preston Cem, Lively Cem, and Hughes Cem. The road network often follows section lines or the natural contours of the drainages, with family names appearing on local thoroughfares like Hayer Hill Rd and Dethrow Rd. Modern infrastructure is represented by the Korando Airport and Langford Pond, while Saint Pius Cem marks a spiritual center in the western portion of this Illinois rural survey.