2012 Map of Northwest Pontiac

About this map

The Vermillion River carves a winding path through the heart of Livingston County, defining the agricultural landscape between the village of Cornell and the northern edge of Pontiac. This 2012 survey reveals a rural territory where historic burial grounds like Zooks Cem and Corbins Cem are preserved alongside modern infrastructure such as the Livingston Landfill and Pontiac Municipal Airport. The mapping of small drainage ways including Baker Run, Wolf Cr, and Ida Cr illustrates the complex hydrology required to support this productive prairie region. To the south, the river splits around Heisner Island before reaching the urban grid of Pontiac, where the confluence of Turtle Cr and The Slough meets the main channel near Rooks Creek. Several private and municipal airfields, including Pulliam Airport and Adams RLA Number 2 Airport, reflect the local importance of regional aviation.