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1949 Map of Peoria East

Name: 1949 Topographic Map of Peoria East
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1976
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1976

About this map

The Illinois River and its expansion into Peoria Lake form the central axis of this mid-century landscape, where industrial infrastructure and urban growth meet the steep bluffs of Peoria and East Peoria. The river is crossed by several vital links, including the Mcclugage Bridge and the Cedar St Bridge, while the Peoria and Pekin Union RR and Chicago Rock Island and Pacific RR track the water's edge. This 1949 survey, updated in the early 1970s, captures the post-war expansion of residential areas like El Vista and Highway Village.

Educational and institutional landmarks are densely clustered, from Bradley University and Illinois Central College to numerous neighborhood hubs like Woodrow Wilson Sch and Loucks Sch. The geography reflects significant early flood control efforts with the Fondulac Dam and Farmdale Dam managing the drainage into the river valley. Cultural sites like Fort Creve Coeur State Park and Springdale Cemetery preserve the historical footprint of this river city.