2012 Map of Sag Bridge

About this map

The Des Plaines River corridor and the parallel Illinois and Michigan Canal anchor this 2012 survey, illustrating a landscape defined by significant water management and suburban growth. The historic settlement of Sag Bridge sits near the crossing of these major waterways, while the northern reaches include the developed neighborhoods of Burr Ridge and Palisades. The region is notably abundant in forest preserves and wetlands, including the expansive Saganashkee Slough and Tampier Lake. Local history is preserved in numerous burial grounds such as Saint Patricks Catholic Cem and Cass Cem. South of the river, modern residential development is evident in communities like Ruffled Feathers Golf Community and Sylvan Woods, contrasting with the more industrial and transit-heavy infrastructure found along Joliet Rd and the local rail lines.