Rock Island Arsenal
A community guide to Rock Island Arsenal in Illinois, the United States.
- Population
- 149 residents
- Region
- Illinois
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 41.5172, -90.5399
Geography and location
Rock Island Arsenal sits at approximate coordinates 41.5172 latitude and -90.5399 longitude within Illinois. The terrain and natural features around Rock Island Arsenal reflect those typical of its part of the United States, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Illinois road network providing the principal routes in and out.
History
The history of Rock Island Arsenal is bound up with the broader story of Illinois. Settlement, agriculture, and trade have all left their mark on the area, with successive generations of residents contributing to the community as it stands today. Like many places across the United States, Rock Island Arsenal has experienced periods of growth and quiet alongside the patterns of regional change. Local landmarks, civic buildings, and cultural sites carry traces of each chapter in the area's longer story.
Getting there
Reaching Rock Island Arsenal typically involves the regional road network of Illinois or, for longer journeys, connecting to one of the wider transport corridors that traverse the United States. Local routes link Rock Island Arsenal to surrounding towns and to the principal arteries that carry traffic between the larger urban centres of Illinois. Travel times depend on the route taken, the time of day, and the season — all standard considerations for navigating the area around Rock Island Arsenal.