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1949 Map of Peoria East

Name: 1949 Topographic Map of Peoria East
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1979
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1979

About this map

Peoria and East Peoria sit at a geographic crossroads where the Illinois River widens into the expansive Peoria Lake. This mid-century view shows an urban landscape densely packed with institutions, from Bradley University to the Spalding Institute and St Francis Hosp. The riverfront is a center of activity, managed by the Peoria Lock and Dam and spanned by several major crossings including the Mc Clugage Bridge and Cedar St Bridge.

Beyond the city centers, the map documents the growth of residential and industrial pockets like Creve Coeur, Sunnyland, and Robein. Topographical details reveal the varied terrain of the Fondulac and Groveland areas, while the presence of the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific RR and Peoria and Pekin Union railroads highlights the region's importance as a transportation hub. Local history is preserved through numerous family and community sites, such as the Springdale Cemetery, Caldwell cemetery, and Fort Creve Coeur State Park.