The Galena Territory Illinois Map

About The Galena Territory, Illinois

The Galena Territory is a locality in Jo Daviess County, Illinois, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,735. The population density is 57.6 people per km². The Galena Territory is located at 42.4032°N, 90.3278°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 61036.

The Galena Territory unfolds across rolling hills, a landscape shaped by ancient glaciers and the persistent flow of water. It lies 18.4 miles east-south-east of Dubuque, IA (from Dubuque, IA: bearing 111°T), and is situated 5.2 miles east of Galena. Deep ravines cut through the land, their sides cloaked in mature oak and hickory forests where the air hangs cool and damp, even on a summer afternoon. Winding roads trace the contours of the terrain, revealing vistas of emerald fields and distant farmsteads that seem to melt into the hazy, blue horizon. In the spring, the forest floor erupts in a riot of wildflowers, a delicate counterpoint to the rugged beauty of the bluffs, and the quiet hum of unseen insects fills the stillness, a constant reminder of the vibrant life that thrives here. This land, rich in lead ore, drew miners in the 19th century, its fortunes inextricably tied to the earth’s bounty, a history still whispered in the weathered stone of old buildings. Today, the economy of The Galena Territory is a blend of agriculture, tourism, and a growing appreciation for its natural splendor, with rolling pastures and manicured golf courses now sharing the land with remnants of its industrial past. The Mississippi River, a significant artery to the west, has long influenced the region’s character, its presence felt in the fertile bottomlands and the enduring spirit of those who call this place home. The distinct character of The Galena Territory is a quiet conversation between its storied past and its present, a place where the echoes of pickaxes and the gentle rustle of corn stalks coexist.

About This The Galena Territory Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of The Galena Territory, Illinois — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 42.403205, -90.327783. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on The Galena Territory and Jo Daviess County.

Detailed location data for The Galena Territory includes the ZIP code (61036), telephone area code (847, 224), county seat of Jo Daviess County (Galena), and school district assignment (River Ridge Community Unit School District 210). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct The Galena Territory is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.