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1982 Map of Berkley

Name: 1982 Topographic Map of Berkley
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1983
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1983

About this map

Berkley serves as the primary settlement on this central Iowa landscape, positioned near the winding course of Jim Creek. The topography is defined by the convergence of the Beaver Creek drainage system, including Middle Beaver Cr and Little Beaver Creek, which carve distinct valleys through the surrounding agricultural plains. The layout of the land reflects a deeply rooted rural community, organized by the townships of Beaver, Marcy, Union, and Peoples.

Genealogists and local historians can find significant landmarks such as Peoples Cem and Moore Cem, alongside congregational centers like Swede Valley Ch and Fairview Ch. The presence of several Pipelines and the Perry Country Club in the southern portion of the sheet highlights the transition of the land for utility and recreation. The infrastructure of the early 1980s is marked by prominent corridors like Highway 169 and Highway 144, which connect the scattered farmsteads and rural landmarks.