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1981 Map of Bluffton

Name: 1981 Topographic Map of Bluffton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1982
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1982

About this map

The Upper Iowa River winds through this corner of Winneshiek County, carving a deep valley through the limestone bluffs of northeastern Iowa. In the early 1980s, this landscape was defined by a balance of agricultural plateaus and protected natural areas, including the Bluffton Fir Stand State Preserve and the Cold Water Springs State Wildlife Area. The small settlement of Bluffton sits tucked within a sharp bend of the river, while Kendallville serves the western edge of the quadrangle.

Genealogists can locate several local landmarks such as Baethke Cem and the Bluffton Cem, along with community anchors like St Agnes Ch and St Bridget Sch. The presence of numerous quarries and the Bluffton Landing Strip highlights the local industry and transportation of the era, while the Upper Iowa River Access Area points to the region's longstanding role as a destination for river recreation.