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2012 Map of Highland Park

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Highland Park
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The North Shore's suburban expansion and complex drainage network are clearly visible in this 2012 study of the Lake Michigan coastline. The Skokie River and the N Br Chicago River dominate the interior landscape, weaving through established communities such as Highland Park, Deerfield, and Highwood. Local history is anchored by numerous memorial sites including the Fort Sheridan Cem and Saint Marys Cem, alongside landmarks of higher education like the Barat Campus DePaul University.

The map details the dense residential fabric of the early 21st century, from the Bannockburn estates to the planned neighborhoods of Woodridge and Braeside. The transportation infrastructure, including the Briergate Station, underscores the rail-dependent development of these Chicago suburbs. Recreational and institutional spaces like the Fort Sheridan Golf Course and various post offices, such as the Highwood Ave PO, reflect the mature civic character of the region during this period.