1992 Map of Crystal Lake

About this map

Crystal Lake and the Fox River valley anchor this suburban corridor during a period of significant growth in McHenry and Kane Counties. The map reveals a landscape defined by its glacial lakes, including Silver Lake and Lake Killarney, and the intricate expansion of lakeside communities like Lakewood, Crystal Vista, and North Shore. The presence of numerous Gravel Pits and quarries along the river indicates the region's active industrial underpinnings, while the Chicago and North Western railroad provides the vital commuter link to the broader metropolitan area. Genealogists can locate family sites at Union Cem or Buena Vista Cem, while local historians can trace the development of community infrastructure from the Lake in the Hills Airport to regional hubs like Algonquin and Carpentersville. The survey also highlights substantial conservation efforts at Buffalo Park Forest Preserve and Lippold Park.