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2018 Map of Waterman

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Waterman
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

Waterman and the surrounding township of Clinton anchor this agricultural landscape in DeKalb County. The terrain is defined by the complex branching of the Kishwaukee River system, including the N Br S Br Kishwaukee River and Middle Br S Br Kishwaukee River, which weave through the northern sections of the quadrangle. In the southwest, the large expanse of Shabbona Lake provides a significant hydrological landmark near the village of Shabbona.

Rural aviation and local heritage are well-represented, with both Jack W Watson Airport and Wade Airport serving the area's small-craft needs. Genealogists can locate established burial grounds such as Afton Center Cem and North Clinton Cem. The map traces a grid of section-line roads, including University Rd and McGirr Rd, connecting the smaller settlements of Elva and McGirr to the larger village centers.