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2013 Map of Ackley

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Ackley
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Ackley serves as the primary hub in this agricultural landscape, situated at the intersection of Hardin Rd and several county routes. The town's grid is well-defined, containing named streets such as Sherman Ave and Logan Ave, and it is supported by the Ackley Municipal Airport located just to the southeast. To the north, the small settlement of Faulkner sits near the headwaters of N Beaver Cr, marking a quieter residential node within the vast sections of farmland.

The hydrology of the region is characterized by a complex network of tributaries, including Beaver Cr and the Middle Fork S Beaver Cr, which wind through the township. These waterways, along with Fockler Cr, dictate the drainage patterns of the fertile plains. Landmarks like the Y's Motel and Campground north of Ackley suggest the area's role as a waypoint for travelers moving through north-central Iowa.