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2015 Map of Carthage East

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Carthage East
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Carthage serves as the western anchor for this topographic survey of central Hancock County, where the landscape transitions from established town streets to a dense network of prairie creeks and river valleys. The meandering path of the La Moine River cuts through the center of the sheet, joined by various tributaries including Short Cr, Long Cr, and Prairie Cr. This drainage pattern defined the early settlement of the region, as evidenced by the dispersed nature of historical burial grounds found throughout the township.

Genealogists and local historians can trace several family-named landmarks and cemeteries, such as McKay Cem in the north and Old Brick Cem to the south. The small settlement of Webster occupies the northeastern corner, while the Brooks Ranch Airport sits atop the plateau between the river bluffs. This 2015 update of the region preserves the traditional grid of rural routes like N 2100 East Rd, contrasting the ancient watercourses with modern agricultural infrastructure.