2015 Map of Derby

About this map

The town of Derby serves as the central hub of this agricultural landscape in southern Iowa. Characterized by a dense network of country roads like Vale and Co Rd H50, the area is punctuated by numerous family and community burial grounds, including Goshen Cem, Gay Cem, and Webb Cem. The terrain is defined by the winding course of the Chariton River, which is fed by several tributaries such as Hamilton Cr, Fivemile Cr, and Wolf Cr. The map reveals the precise section lines and township boundaries, including the border between Lucas and Wayne Counties. This detail is particularly useful for genealogists tracing ancestral land tracts near Murray Cem or the southern edge of town near Humeston Cem. The presence of the Po in Derby indicates the town's continued role as a local service point for the surrounding farmsteads.