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2010 Map of Bonaparte

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Bonaparte
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

The Des Moines River carves a winding path through this corner of Van Buren County, anchoring the historic riverfront communities of Bonaparte, Bentonsport, and Vernon. These settlements reflect an era of river-based commerce and early Iowa development, connected by landmarks like the Bentonsport Bridge. The landscape is densely marked by a network of rural burial grounds, including Holsworth Cemetery, Bradford Cemetery, and Reed's Creek Cemetery, which offer significant value for genealogical research in the region.

Away from the riverbanks, the terrain is defined by numerous drainage systems such as White Oak Creek, Little Indian Creek, and Big Indian Creek. Toward the southern edge, Indian Lake sits near the winding Slaughter Creek. This survey captures the enduring rural character of the area, where small hubs like Lexington and the Bonaparte Post Office serve as focal points for the surrounding agricultural community.