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1953 Map of Blackhawk

USGS Topo · Published 1977

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Mississippi River backwaters and the complex network of sloughs like Running Slough and Hickory Slough define this riverine landscape at the border of Jo Daviess and Carroll counties. The mid-century topography reveals a transition from the agricultural uplands of Derinda and Washington townships, dotted with rural landmarks like Holy Trinity Ch and Knapp Sch, down to the industrial and transport corridor along the shore. The Savanna Army Depot and major rail lines, including the Chicago Burlington and Quincy, dominate the waterfront geography. Between the active rails and the sprawling Upper Mississippi River Wild Life and Fish Refuge, small riverside communities such as Blackhawk and Marcus persist alongside recreational sites like the Palisades Country Club and Santa Fe Beach. This survey records a specific moment in the management of the river's islands, including Island 259 and Apple River Island, before late-20th-century shifts in land use.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1953
Date Published1977
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.7 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain