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1964 Map of Bradley

Name: 1964 Topographic Map of Bradley
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1974
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1974

About this map

Bradley and Bourbonnais dominate the southwestern corner of this Kankakee County landscape, showing the dense residential and educational development of the mid-20th century. The map highlights significant institutional footprints, most notably the sprawling campus of the Manteno State Hospital and the academic grounds of Olivet College. Transportation networks are a defining feature, with the Illinois Central Gulf and Penn Central railroads cutting across the plains, facilitating the region's industrial and agricultural movement.

Rural character remains visible outside the expanding towns, marked by the winding paths of Soldier Creek and Exline Slough. Small communities and landmarks like Indian Oaks, St George, and the St George Landing Strip offer a look at the dispersed settlement patterns typical of the era. The presence of several quarries and specialized facilities like the State Hospital Cemetery provides a detailed view of how the land was utilized for both local industry and large-scale public services during this period of growth.