2010 Map of Croton

About this map

The Des Moines River winds through the heart of this borderland landscape between Iowa and Missouri, anchoring small riverside settlements like Croton and Athens. The terrain is deeply etched by a network of drainage systems, including Lick Creek and Cedar Creek, which flow into the larger river valley. For those researching local history or genealogy, the map identifies a high density of rural burial sites, ranging from the Pioneer Cemetery and Salubria Cemetery in the north to the Northrup Cemetery and Peaksville Cemetery near the southern Missouri boundary. The rectilinear road grid, marked by thoroughfares such as Belfast Rd and River Rd, contrasts with the meandering paths of Dumas Creek and Crooked Creek, illustrating how the agricultural layout of the 21st century fits around the natural geography of the river bluffs.