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2021 Map of Wedron

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Wedron
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

The Fox River and Indian Creek converge in this portion of LaSalle County, defining a landscape marked by small riverside settlements and significant genealogical landmarks. The town of Wedron sits at the northern bend of the river, while Dayton and the northern edge of Ottawa occupy the southern reaches of the map. This modern survey reflects the enduring rural structure of the region, where family and community history is preserved in sites like Freedom Lutheran Cem, West Serena Cem, and Trumbo Cem.

Modern recreation and land use are evident at the Skydive Chicago Airport, situated on the plateau between the river valleys. The intricate network of local routes, such as Twait Rd and Dayton Rd, connects the higher agricultural fields to the low-lying areas near Sulphur Springs. These waterway corridors, including Buck Cr and Crookedleg Cr, have historically dictated the placement of roads and early homesteads across this Illinois prairie landscape.