The Galena Territory, Illinois

The Galena Territory is a census-designated place in Jo Daviess County, Illinois, United States. Its population was 1,058 as of the 2010 census.[1] The territory was incorporated on July 26, 1973.[3] The community consists of a private 6,800-acre (28 km²) development located several miles southeast of downtown Galena.[4] The Territory, which is managed by a homeowners association, has set aside 1,500 acres (6.1 km²) of protected recreational land.[5][6] The remainder is filled with low-density residential development and Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa. As of August 2017, there were 4,082 property owners, 554 permanent residences, and 1,675 vacation residences.[7]

The Galena Territory, Illinois
Census-designated place
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Coordinates: 42°23′36″N 90°19′33″W
Country	United States
State	Illinois
County	Jo Daviess
Incorporated	July 26, 1973
Area
• Total	4.370 sq mi (11.32 km^2)
• Land	3.714 sq mi (9.62 km^2)
• Water	0.656 sq mi (1.70 km^2)
Elevation	899 ft (274 m)
Population  (2010)[1]
• Total	1,058
• Density	240/sq mi (93/km^2)
Time zone	UTC-6 (Central (CST))
• Summer (DST)	UTC-5 (CDT)
Area code(s)	815
GNIS feature ID	2583443[2]

Facilities

The community includes an owners’ club, which houses recreational facilities for property owners and their guests. The pool and recreation complex includes a fitness center, café, and three pools, along with tennis courts, a basketball court, and a playground. The Galena Territory has also reserved about 1,500 acres of greenspace with over 40 miles of trails running throughout the territory. Several trails take hikers by a historically significant site known as the Belden School, a one room school house built in 1859. These areas are sections of the territory that will be left undeveloped to conserve the natural environment.[8] A riding center offers horseback riding, along with other activities, including trail rides and riding lessons.[9]

Lake Galena & Marina

Main article: Lake Galena (Illinois)

Lake Galena is a man-made reservoir within the Galena Territory.[10] The lake is mostly used for recreational purposes including boating and fishing. The lake is managed by The Galena Territory Association along with the marina located on the east end of the lake.[11]

Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa

Eagle Ridge Resort

Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa is located lakeside in the center of The Galena Territory. There are 80 rooms in the main lodge, and over 300 private villas. The resort is best known for its 63 holes of championship golf, including "The General", which Golf Digest ranked No. 41 in the 2007-2008 "America's 100 Greatest Public Golf Courses."[4]

Education

The Scales Mound Community Unit School District 211 operates public schools serving a section of the community:[12][13] Scales Mound Elementary School, Scaled Mound Junior High School, and Scales Mound High School.

References

1. "U.S. Census website". U.S. Census Bureau. Retrieved April 5, 2011.
2. U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: The Galena Territory, Illinois
3. "Home - The Galena Territory". thegalenaterritory.com. Retrieved January 29, 2020.
4. Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa. "About Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa". Archived from the original on July 18, 2006. Retrieved January 4, 2007.
5. The Galena Territory Association (January 4, 2007). "Greenspace & Trails". Retrieved January 4, 2007.
6. The Galena Territory Association (January 4, 2007). "Association Info". Retrieved January 4, 2007.
7. "October 2017 Territory Times".
8. "Greenspace & Trails". The Galena Territory. The Galena Territory Association. Retrieved June 7, 2012.
9. "Home". The Shenandoah Riding Center. Retrieved April 26, 2018.
10. Illinois Environmental Protection Agency. (Unknown last update). Mississippi North River Watershed. Retrieved June 22, 2007, from http://www.epa.state.il.us/water/water-quality/report-1996/fact-sheets/fact-sheet-09.html
11. "Lake Galena & Marina Frequently Asked Questions". The Galena Territory. The Galena Territory Association. Retrieved June 7, 2012.
12. Home. Scales Mound Community Unit School District 211. Retrieved on July 15, 2018.
13. "District Map." Scales Mound Community Unit School District 211. Retrieved on July 15, 2018.