1968 Map of Scales Mound East

About this map

Scales Mound and the surrounding Driftless Area of northwest Illinois are captured here during a period of notable landscape change. While the Illinois Central railroad corridor and the village of Schapville reflect the region's long-standing agricultural and transport roots, the introduction of Apple Canyon Lake marks a shift toward recreation. This reservoir, shown with its Boat Ramp, Golf Course, and Campground, contrasts with the older terrain markers like Mt Sumner, Hudson Mound, and Squirrel Grove Mound. The map also documents numerous Quarry sites throughout the drainage basins of the Apple River and Hells Branch, alongside a high-altitude Landing Strip and a significant cross-country Pipeline. These features together illustrate a rural economy transitioning from traditional quarrying and farming into a modern residential and recreational hub.