2022 Map of Alpha

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Alpha and Richfield anchor this rural landscape in the northeastern corner of Iowa, where three counties—Chickasaw, Bremer, and Fayette—converge. The terrain is defined by a dense network of river systems and creeks, most notably the Little Wapsipinicon River and the Volga River. The agricultural character of the era is evident in the precise grid of section lines and gravel roads, such as Vanderbilt Ave and York Ave, which connect isolated homesteads and local landmarks. Genealogists will find significant value in the distribution of family-centered burial grounds, including Bethel Cem, Richfield Cem, and Wilson Grove Cem. The presence of Johnsons Mill Rd suggests the historical location of early water-powered industry along the regional waterways, while smaller tributaries like Marsh Cr and Hough Cr carve through the fertile prairie land.