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2015 Map of Crystal Lake

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Crystal Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Crystal Lake and the Fox River corridor anchor this mid-2010s survey, illustrating the dense residential and commercial expansion across the border of McHenry and Kane Counties. The landscape is defined by its numerous water bodies, from the namesake Crystal Lake and the interconnected Vulcan Lakes to the Fox River which winds through the southern portion of the quadrangle near Algonquin. Urban development is concentrated around major thoroughfares like James R Rakow Rd and Algonquin Rd, where the Crystallake Plaza serves as a modern commercial hub.

Local history and community landmarks are scattered throughout the suburban sprawl, including several legacy sites such as Union Cem, Crystal Lake Cemetery, and Buena Vista Cem. Aviation facilities like the Lake in the Hills Airport and Brunner Airport mark the region's transport infrastructure, while recreation areas like Indian Trail Beach, Camp Algonquin, and Turner Camp along the river reflect the area's long-standing appeal as a retreat from the greater Chicago metropolitan area.