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2012 Map of Steward

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Steward
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Scarboro and the surrounding agricultural lands of Alto Township are defined by a grid of rural roads and a high concentration of private airstrips and family-owned farmsteads. During the early 21st century, the landscape preserved a mix of traditional agriculture and specialized aviation infrastructure, featuring sites like Home Free Airport, Bresson Airport, and Hep Cats Airport. Drainage in this part of Lee County is provided by the Green River, Steward Cr, and Willow Creek, which wind through the township's expansive fields.

Local history is preserved at the Steward Cem near the town center and the German Cem to the south. Named properties such as Svela Farms, Ackland Farm, and Journeysend Farm highlight the enduring legacy of family landholdings in the region. The map also records notable local intersections and landmarks like Twelvemile Corner, providing a detailed look at the geographic organization of this rural Illinois community.