2015 Map of Adel

About this map

Adel and the surrounding Dallas County landscape are defined by the convergence of the North Raccoon River and the South Raccoon River, creating a distinctive riverine corridor through central Iowa. This 2015 study details the local transportation network, from the historic Adel Bridge and city streets like Main St to the modern passage of Interstate 80 near Garretville. Genealogists will find a wealth of local landmarks, including several family and community burial grounds such as Oakland Cem, Ellis Cem, and Panther Creek Cem. The settlement at De Soto anchors the southeastern corner near the De Soto Airport, while smaller named locales like Kennedy appear along the northern boundary. The map illustrates a transitional landscape where residential development meets the fertile drainage basins of Panther Cr and Coal Cr.