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2015 Map of Normal West

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Normal West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

The western edges of Normal and Bloomington define the southeastern corner of this 2015 study, showcasing a landscape where urban expansion meets the established agricultural grid of McLean County. Modern landmarks like Heartland Community College sit alongside older transit corridors such as Old Route 150 and Old Peoria Rd. The map reveals a high concentration of small, family-named burial grounds, including Denman Cem, Troyer Cem, and Ropp Cem, which offer significant value for genealogical research in this part of Illinois.

Waterways like Kings Mill Creek and Rock Creek wind through the terrain, while the northern reaches include the southern tip of Evergreen Lake and the smaller Schlipf Lake and Sunset Lake. The boundary between Woodford and McLean counties is visible in the northwest, near the community of Carlock. This survey serves as a clear record of the region's suburban growth and the preservation of rural cemetery sites amidst modern infrastructure.