2018 Map of Cresco SW

About this map

The Turkey River and its numerous tributaries, including the W Br Turkey River and N Br Turkey River, carve through this Howard County landscape, defining the local topography and settlement patterns. The community of Vernon Springs sits along the main river channel, while the settlement of Schley is situated further south, marked by the Holy Cross Cem. This 2018 survey reveals a classic Midwestern grid of section roads like Saint Ave and 150th ST that overlay the winding paths of the Little Turkey River and Bohemian Cr. On the northern edge of the map, the outskirts of Cresco are visible, including the Ellen Church Field. The density of named water branches indicates a well-watered agricultural region where the natural drainage of the Turkey River system has historically dictated the placement of homesteads and early village sites.