2015 Map of Freeport West

About this map

The Pecatonica River winds through the northwestern reaches of Freeport, anchoring a landscape where urban expansion meets the agricultural heart of Stephenson County. This 2015 survey illustrates the western development of the city, prominently featuring Highland Community College and the complex transportation junction at West Junction. The map is particularly rich for genealogical research, documenting numerous burial grounds ranging from the large Freeport City Cem and Oakland Freeport Cem to smaller family-named sites like Martin Cem and the Ellis Van Brocklin Cem. North of the city, the small settlements of Scioto Mills and Harlem Bridge sit along the riverbanks, while the meandering paths of Yellow Creek and Little Richard Creek define the drainage patterns of the surrounding farmland. The transition from grid-patterned city streets to the winding rural routes like Winneshiek Rd and Cedarville Rd reflects the enduring rural character just beyond the city limits.