1970 Map of Rising

About this map

The Sangamon River winds through the northwestern corner of this quadrangle, defining a rural landscape of townships like Newcomb and Condit as the urban edge of Champaign begins its northward expansion. Small family and community landmarks such as Oak Grove Cem and Jersey Cem dot the countryside, while the Penn Central railroad tracks cut a diagonal path toward the settlement of Rising. The transition from agriculture to recreation is evident at Lake of the Woods Park, which features managed water bodies and organized greenspace.