1982 Map of Dawson

About this map

The North Raccoon River and the Raccoon River converge amidst a landscape of agricultural sections and meandering tributaries in the early 1980s. The town of Dawson serves as a local hub along the Chicago and North Western railroad line, which cuts through the northern half of the region. Local recreational and utility features, such as Sportsmens Park and the Perry Municipal Airport, reflect the community infrastructure of this Iowa river valley. Geologic and industrial activity is evidenced by a Sand and Gravel Pit near the riverbanks. For genealogists, the map identifies several burial sites including Angus Cem, Township Cems, and Valleyview Cem, providing clear spatial context for local family histories near the borders of Dallas, Greene, and Boone Counties.