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'''The Galena Territory''' is a [[census-designated place]] in [[Jo Daviess County, Illinois]], United States. Its population was 1,058 as of the [[United States Census, 2010|2010 census]].<ref name=census>{{cite web|title=American FactFinder|url=http://factfinder2.census.gov/main.html|publisher=[[U.S. Census Bureau]]|accessdate=April 5, 2011}}</ref> The community consists of a private {{convert|6800|acre|km2|0|adj=on}} development located several miles southeast of downtown Galena.<ref name=EagleRidgeAbout>{{cite web |author= Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa |title= About Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa |accessdate=January 4, 2007 |url= http://www.eagleridgeresortonline.com/AboutUs.cfm |archiveurl = https://web.archive.org/web/20060718181317/http://www.eagleridgeresortonline.com/AboutUs.cfm <!-- Bot retrieved archive --> |archivedate = July 18, 2006}}<!-- Unknown last revision date --></ref> The Territory, which is managed by a [[homeowners association]], has set aside {{convert|1500|acre|km2}} of protected recreational land.<ref>{{cite web|author=The Galena Territory Association|date=January 4, 2007|title=Greenspace & Trails|accessdate=January 4, 2007|url=http://www.thegalenaterritory.com/amen_greenspace.cfm}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|author=The Galena Territory Association|date=January 4, 2007|title=Association Info|accessdate=January 4, 2007|url=http://www.thegalenaterritory.com/assoc.cfm}}</ref> 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.<ref>{{cite web|title=October 2017 Territory Times|url=http://www.thegalenaterritory.com/Images/%20GTA%20PDF/Territory%20Times/2017/10.17/mobile/index.html}}</ref>
'''The Galena Territory''' is a [[census-designated place]] in [[Jo Daviess County, Illinois]], United States. Its population was 1,058 as of the [[United States Census, 2010|2010 census]].<ref name=census>{{cite web|title=American FactFinder|url=http://factfinder2.census.gov/main.html|publisher=[[U.S. Census Bureau]]|accessdate=April 5, 2011}}</ref> The community consists of a private {{convert|6800|acre|km2|0|adj=on}} development located several miles southeast of downtown Galena.<ref name=EagleRidgeAbout>{{cite web |author= Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa |title= About Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa |accessdate=January 4, 2007 |url= http://www.eagleridgeresortonline.com/AboutUs.cfm |archiveurl = https://web.archive.org/web/20060718181317/http://www.eagleridgeresortonline.com/AboutUs.cfm <!-- Bot retrieved archive --> |archivedate = July 18, 2006}}<!-- Unknown last revision date --></ref> The Territory, which is managed by a [[homeowners association]], has set aside {{convert|1500|acre|km2}} of protected recreational land.<ref>{{cite web|author=The Galena Territory Association|date=January 4, 2007|title=Greenspace & Trails|accessdate=January 4, 2007|url=http://www.thegalenaterritory.com/amen_greenspace.cfm}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|author=The Galena Territory Association|date=January 4, 2007|title=Association Info|accessdate=January 4, 2007|url=http://www.thegalenaterritory.com/assoc.cfm}}</ref> 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.<ref>{{cite web|title=October 2017 Territory Times|url=http://www.thegalenaterritory.com/Images/%20GTA%20PDF/Territory%20Times/2017/10.17/mobile/index.html}}</ref>


==Facilities==
== History ==

== Geography ==

== Government and Administration ==
=== Galena Territory Security ===
=== Galena Territory Fire Station ===

== Infrastructure ==

=== Transportation ===

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=== Education ===
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The [[Scales Mound Community Unit School District 211]] operates public schools serving a section of the community:<ref name=SMDistrictHome>[http://www.scalesmound.net/ Home]. Scales Mound Community Unit School District 211. Retrieved on July 15, 2018.</ref><ref>"[http://www.scalesmound.net/district_information/district_map District Map]." Scales Mound Community Unit School District 211. Retrieved on July 15, 2018.</ref> Scales Mound Elementary School, Scaled Mound Junior High School, and [[Scales Mound High School]].

=== Healthcare ===

== Facilities and Amenities ==
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. These areas are sections of the territory that will be left undeveloped to conserve the natural environment.<ref>{{cite web|title=Greenspace & Trails|url=http://www.thegalenaterritory.com/amen_greenspace.cfm|work=The Galena Territory|publisher=The Galena Territory Association|accessdate=7 June 2012}}</ref> A riding center offers horseback riding, along with other activities, including trail rides and riding lessons.<ref>{{cite web|title=Home|url=https://www.theshenandoahridingcenter.com/|website=The Shenandoah Riding Center|accessdate=26 April 2018}}</ref>
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. These areas are sections of the territory that will be left undeveloped to conserve the natural environment.<ref>{{cite web|title=Greenspace & Trails|url=http://www.thegalenaterritory.com/amen_greenspace.cfm|work=The Galena Territory|publisher=The Galena Territory Association|accessdate=7 June 2012}}</ref> A riding center offers horseback riding, along with other activities, including trail rides and riding lessons.<ref>{{cite web|title=Home|url=https://www.theshenandoahridingcenter.com/|website=The Shenandoah Riding Center|accessdate=26 April 2018}}</ref>


===Lake Galena & Marina===
=== Lake Galena and Marina ===
{{main|Lake Galena (Illinois)}}
{{main|Lake Galena (Illinois)}}
Lake Galena is a man-made [[reservoir]] within the Galena Territory.<ref name=IEPA1>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</ref> 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.<ref>{{cite web|title=Lake Galena & Marina Frequently Asked Questions|url=http://www.thegalenaterritory.com/viewpage.cfm?id=328&nav1ID=3&nav2ID=11&nav3ID=22|work=The Galena Territory|publisher=The Galena Territory Association|accessdate=7 June 2012}}</ref>
Lake Galena is a man-made [[reservoir]] within the Galena Territory.<ref name=IEPA1>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</ref> 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.<ref>{{cite web|title=Lake Galena & Marina Frequently Asked Questions|url=http://www.thegalenaterritory.com/viewpage.cfm?id=328&nav1ID=3&nav2ID=11&nav3ID=22|work=The Galena Territory|publisher=The Galena Territory Association|accessdate=7 June 2012}}</ref>


==Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa==
== Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa ==
'''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."<ref name=EagleRidgeAbout />
'''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."<ref name=EagleRidgeAbout />



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==Education==

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The [[Scales Mound Community Unit School District 211]] operates public schools serving a section of the community:<ref name=SMDistrictHome>[http://www.scalesmound.net/ Home]. Scales Mound Community Unit School District 211. Retrieved on July 15, 2018.</ref><ref>"[http://www.scalesmound.net/district_information/district_map District Map]." Scales Mound Community Unit School District 211. Retrieved on July 15, 2018.</ref> Scales Mound Elementary School, Scaled Mound Junior High School, and [[Scales Mound High School]].



==References==
==References==

Revision as of 19:45, 5 August 2018

The Galena Territory, Illinois
Census-designated place
The Galena Territory is located in Illinois
The Galena Territory
The Galena Territory
The Galena Territory is located in the United States
The Galena Territory
The Galena Territory
Coordinates: 42°23′36″N 90°19′33″W / 42.39333°N 90.32583°W / 42.39333; -90.32583
CountryUnited States
StateIllinois
CountyJo Daviess
Area
 • Total
4.370 sq mi (11.32 km2)
 • Land3.714 sq mi (9.62 km2)
 • Water0.656 sq mi (1.70 km2)
Elevation
899 ft (274 m)
Population
 (2010)[1]
 • Total
1,058
 • Density240/sq mi (93/km2)
Time zoneUTC-6 (Central (CST))
 • Summer (DST)UTC-5 (CDT)
Area code815
GNIS feature ID2583443[2]

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 community consists of a private 6,800-acre (28 km2) development located several miles southeast of downtown Galena.[3] The Territory, which is managed by a homeowners association, has set aside 1,500 acres (6.1 km2) of protected recreational land.[4][5] 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.[6]

History

Geography

Government and Administration

Galena Territory Security

Galena Territory Fire Station

Infrastructure

Transportation

Education

The Scales Mound Community Unit School District 211 operates public schools serving a section of the community:[7][8] Scales Mound Elementary School, Scaled Mound Junior High School, and Scales Mound High School.

Healthcare

Facilities and Amenities

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. These areas are sections of the territory that will be left undeveloped to conserve the natural environment.[9] A riding center offers horseback riding, along with other activities, including trail rides and riding lessons.[10]

Lake Galena and Marina

Main article: Lake Galena (Illinois)

Lake Galena is a man-made reservoir within the Galena Territory.[11] 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.[12]

Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa

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."[3]



References

  1. ^ a b "American FactFinder". U.S. Census Bureau. Retrieved April 5, 2011.
  2. ^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: DriftlessExplorer/sandbox
  3. ^ a b Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa. "About Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa". Archived from the original on July 18, 2006. Retrieved January 4, 2007.
  4. ^ The Galena Territory Association (January 4, 2007). "Greenspace & Trails". Retrieved January 4, 2007.
  5. ^ The Galena Territory Association (January 4, 2007). "Association Info". Retrieved January 4, 2007.
  6. ^ "October 2017 Territory Times".
  7. ^ Home. Scales Mound Community Unit School District 211. Retrieved on July 15, 2018.
  8. ^ "District Map." Scales Mound Community Unit School District 211. Retrieved on July 15, 2018.
  9. ^ "Greenspace & Trails". The Galena Territory. The Galena Territory Association. Retrieved June 7, 2012.
  10. ^ "Home". The Shenandoah Riding Center. Retrieved April 26, 2018.
  11. ^ 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
  12. ^ "Lake Galena & Marina Frequently Asked Questions". The Galena Territory. The Galena Territory Association. Retrieved June 7, 2012.
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