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1967 Map of Cedar Rapids North

Name: 1967 Topographic Map of Cedar Rapids North
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1983
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1983

About this map

Cedar Rapids and its northern suburbs are captured in this mid-century period of rapid expansion, where the rural landscapes of Monroe and Marion townships began transitioning into urban residential zones. The purple-tinted overprints highlight significant growth around Hiawatha and Robins, following the paths of the Illinois Central and Milwaukee Road railroads. Along the Cedar River, industrial and recreational spaces like Ellis Park and Seminole Valley Park parallel the water's edge, while the city's interior is densely packed with community landmarks like Regis High Sch and Kenwood Sch.

Family researchers will find numerous rural burial grounds preserved in the landscape, including Dunkard Cem near Midway and Squires Cem to the northwest. The development of commercial hubs is evident at the Lindale Plaza Shopping Center and along Blairs Ferry Road, marking the shift toward modern car-centric infrastructure. The northern reaches toward Toddville maintain their agricultural character, defined by Otter Creek and scattered farmsteads, providing a clear view of the county's pre-urbanization layout.