1971 Map of Coster

About this map

The West Fork Cedar River winds through the southern reaches of this Iowa landscape, defining the character of the terrain between the townships of Jefferson and Beaver. This early 1970s survey captures a rural landscape where small settlements like Coster and New Albion serve as local anchors. In the north, the C R I & P railroad cuts a straight line across the corner of Butler township, while the County Home stands as a notable landmark in Jackson township. The map is particularly detailed regarding agrarian boundaries, utilizing fine red dashed lines to indicate field and fence lines visible from 1967 aerial photography. Genealogists may find value in the specific locations of the New Albion Cem and a central Cem, alongside the drainage patterns of McClure Creek as it feeds into the larger river system.