Southwestern Illinois RC&D, Inc.

Madison County Silver Creek Parcel Analysis

The GIS Resource Center is studying the natural resource impacts of the I-55 Corridor Plan in Madison County. The I-55 corridor parallels Silver Creek, which is a significant natural resource for wildlife, stormwater management, and potential recreational greenway connections. The study includes analysis of existing and proposed land use, soils, flood zones, forests, prime farmland, riparian habitat, and stormwater runoff. This analysis will assist the County in identifying parcels that could be protected to serve as "green infrastructure" to manage stormwater, provide recreational amenities, and conserve important habitat along Silver Creek.

Project Overview Handout - January 23, 2007 (PDF, 159 Kb)