Due to its rural location, Alden is the only Township in McHenry County (Illinois) that does not have an incorporated municipality within its boundaries. Situated on the West Chicago and Marengo moraines, Alden Township also occupies the highest ground in McHenry County.
The glacial moraines form a watershed divide between the Fox and Rock Rivers. Nippersink Creek, which drains to the Fox River, has its headwaters in the Township, as well as Lawrence Creek, Mokeler Creek, and the North Branch of the Kishwaukee River, which drain to the Rock River.
Land Use Plan
The Alden Township Land Use Plan (ATLUP) is a general guide for development with significant impact in the land use decision-making process. The plan and related resources are on this Plan page.
Maps
A number of maps were created as part of the Plan and are available on our maps page.
This page also includes details on the Natural Areas Inventory.
This page also includes details on the Natural Areas Inventory.