2018 Map of Bellevue

About this map

The Mississippi River carves a deep valley between Iowa and Illinois, defining the character of this riverfront landscape near the city of Bellevue. On the Iowa side, the terrain is marked by high ridges and winding creeks such as Spruce Cr and Mill Cr, where early settlement patterns are still visible through numerous family and church burial grounds. Notable sites include Daugherty Farm Cem and Federman Farms Cem, alongside the prominent Saint Nicholas Catholic Cem. Across the water in Illinois, the landscape transitions into the steep bluffs of Pilot Knob and the low-lying reaches of Beaty Hollow near Blanding. The river itself is dotted with large islands like Scott Island and Hale Island, while the eastern bank is home to small rail-oriented locales like Galena Junction and Aiken. This map offers a clear view of the complex road network, from Sieverding Ridge Rd to Smiths Ferry Rd, connecting these river communities.