2018 Map of Blue Island

About this map

Blue Island and its surrounding Chicago suburbs are defined by a dense concentration of cemeteries and significant transportation corridors. This 2018 survey reveals a landscape where extensive memorial grounds like Saint Mary Catholic Cem and Mausoleums, Evergreen Cem, and Saint Casimir Catholic Cem occupy large portions of the terrain, particularly north of the Calumet Sag Channel. The elevation of the Blue Island Ridge provides a distinct geographical break in the otherwise flat grid, influencing the local settlement patterns of Chicago neighborhoods and adjacent cities like Evergreen Park and Oak Lawn. South of the channel, the industry and infrastructure of Robbins, Posen, and Harvey are prominently displayed, alongside natural areas like Kickapoo Meadows near Dolton. The intricate Metra rail lines and major thoroughfares such as the Jesse L Jackson Pkwy illustrate the region's enduring role as a transit hub.