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2012 Map of Minooka

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

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The confluence of the Des Plaines River and the Kankakee River creates a complex riverine landscape at the southern end of this map, forming the Illinois River and defining the local geography. This waterway network is dotted with landmarks like Dresden Island and Little Dresden Island, while the nearby Kankakee Bluffs rise above the riverbanks. The settlement of Minooka serves as a primary hub, with its suburban growth extending toward the Des Plaines River corridor.

Genealogical interest is found in numerous burial sites including Saint Marys Cem, Aux Sable Cem, and the Plattville Evangelical Lutheran Cem in the northwest. The industrial and agricultural heritage of the area is evident in features like the Dollinger Family Farm and the proximity of the Aero Four Airport. Water management and transport are underscored by the presence of Negro Slough and the Shurtliffe Bridge crossing near the northern boundary.