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1965 Map of Atalissa

Name: 1965 Topographic Map of Atalissa
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1966
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1966

About this map

The town of Atalissa anchors this mid-1960s landscape, situated along the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific railroad line. The terrain is defined by the meandering path of the Cedar River and its intricate network of tributaries and artificial drainage. Extensive wetlands and managed conservation lands dominate the eastern portion of the map, notably the Wiese Slough State Game Management Area and the namesake Wiese Slough.

For researchers, the map provides precise locations for family landmarks such as Timberlake Cem and Overman Cem, along with the Cedar Valley Ch. The agricultural character of the region is evident in the inclusion of the Goshen Ditch and Pike Run, reflecting the extensive efforts to manage the river valley's hydrology. Various local landmarks, including a Quarry and a Sandpit, mark the industrial footprint on the riverside terrain.