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1968 Map of Center Point

Name: 1968 Topographic Map of Center Point
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1971
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1971

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Center Point and the neighboring settlement of Urbana anchor this late-1960s landscape, which is defined by the winding course of the Cedar River and its accompanying wetlands. The river's influence is evident in the cluster of water bodies like Ice House Lake, Goose Pond, and Big Lewis Lake, providing a contrast to the surrounding agricultural uplands. Rural life is well-documented through numerous small cemeteries and houses of worship, including the Cedar Ridge Ch near Cedar Ridge and the Primitive Baptist Ch located further south.

Transportation routes are prominent, featuring the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific railroad and the Waterloo road corridor. This era shows a mix of conservation and extraction, with the Lewis Preserve County Park situated near several active quarries. Genealogists will find particular value in the preservation of family and community landmarks such as Davis Cem, McBroom Cem, and Pleasant Ridge Cem.