2010 Map of Creston East

About this map

The municipal center of Creston and its residential expansion into East Creston anchor this study of south-central Iowa’s agricultural and hydrological landscape. The town’s grid is centered around the Creston Post Office, while the southern reaches are dominated by the Creston Municipal Airport and the sprawling grounds of Graceland Cemetery. Beyond the city limits, the terrain is defined by a dense network of sectional roads and significant water bodies, most notably Three Mile Lake and Twelve Mile Lake. These reservoirs, along with the meandering courses of the Middle Platte River, East Platte River, and the headwaters of the Grand River, reveal the region's managed water resources. Small rural landmarks like Jerusalem Cemetery and Evergreen Cemetery provide focal points for local history amidst the surrounding farmland.