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2015 Map of Colfax

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

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

The South Skunk River valley dominates this portion of Jasper County, shaping the settlement patterns around Colfax and Metz. The river's winding course creates a broad floodplain, while the surrounding upland terrain is dissected by numerous tributaries including Prairie Cr, Severs Cr, and Fullington Cr. The map captures a primarily agricultural landscape organized by a rigorous township and range grid, where family history is deeply etched into the land.

Genealogists and local historians can find several significant burial sites, such as the Kelley Family Burial Ground and the Sugar Grove Cem located near the eastern edge of the survey. The community of Goddard serves as a secondary focal point in the northern section. This 2015 USGS survey illustrates the modern road network, including Interstate 80 and Co Hwy F48 W, as they integrate with older rural routes like N League Rd and Newgate St.