1962 Map of Crystal Lake

Transport and recreation define the mid-century character of the area, from the Chicago and North Western rail lines to the Crystal Lake Airport. The map documents the transition of the land from rural boundaries like Dorr and Nunda townships into recreational and residential zones, evidenced by the Crystal Lake Country Club and a drive-in theater near Crystal Manor. To the south, the village of Lake in the Hills centers around its namesake water body, while Carpentersville marks the southern limit of the survey.