2010 Map of Dewey

About this map

Agricultural lands and seasonal waterways define this pocket of Cass County, Iowa, just before the turn of the decade. The West Nodaway River and its various tributaries, including Elm Creek and Williams Creek, form a dendritic drainage pattern across the landscape, influencing the placement of local thoroughfares. The small settlement of Dewey sits at the intersection of Wichita Rd and Highway 148, serving as a quiet focal point in a region dominated by family farms. Local history and genealogy are anchored by established burial grounds like Saint Timothy Cemetery and Victoria Cemetery, which remain connected to the surrounding community by a rigid grid of gravel and paved roads. The map's detail reflects the transition from early section-line roads to modern routes, such as Tucson Rd and Yankton Rd, while preserving the original creek-side topography.