Beaver Creek, Illinois facts for kids
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Beaver Creek, Illinois
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Wisetown
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 Beaver Creek, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Beaver Creek, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Bond |
| Elevation | 505 ft (154 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 618 |
| GNIS feature ID = | 404057 |
Beaver Creek, also known as Wisetown, is a small, quiet place in the southern part of Bond County, Illinois, in the United States. It is called an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and buildings that doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's governed by the county.
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What is Beaver Creek?
Beaver Creek is a peaceful community. It is sometimes called Wisetown. This name might come from the Wisetown Baptist Church, which is a key part of the community. People often gather there.
Where is Beaver Creek Located?
This community is found in Mills Township. It's just south of Illinois Route 143, which is a main road. A stream called Beaver Creek flows nearby. It passes about half a mile west of the community.
Nearby Places
Beaver Creek is connected to other towns. Greenville is about ten miles north. Carlyle is about 13 miles south. You can reach Carlyle by following Illinois Route 127. These nearby towns offer more services and shops.
What Can You Find There?
Even though it's small, Beaver Creek has some important spots. The Wisetown Baptist Church is a central gathering place. Southwest of the community, along the Beaver Creek stream, you will find the Wisetown Cemetery. This is a historic burial ground for local families.
