2015 Map of Columbia

About this map

The confluence of the Elm River and the James River dominates this Brown County landscape, where the town of Columbia serves as a primary point of interest. This 2015 survey reveals the intricate meandering patterns of these watercourses as they wind through a grid of agricultural section lines and rural roads. The street plan of Columbia is clearly defined, featuring local thoroughfares like N Broadway St, N James St, and Stella St. To the south, the smaller settlement of Plana sits along the section corner of 129th St and 397th Ave. The map provides a precise layout of the rural transportation network, including Cr-11, Roetelle Rd, and a series of numbered avenues and streets that facilitate access to the surrounding farmsteads. This topographical record is particularly valuable for documenting the modern footprint of these prairie communities and the evolving hydrology of the James River valley.