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1991 Map of Dixon

Name: 1991 Topographic Map of Dixon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1992
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1992

About this map

Dixon and its neighboring settlements occupy the fertile agricultural divide between the Wapsipinicon River and the rolling uplands of northern Scott County. This landscape is defined by the intersection of rural township lines, including Liberty, Allens Grove, and Hickory Grove. The map records a series of tight-knit communities such as Plainview and New Liberty, which served as local hubs for the surrounding farmsteads. Cultural landmarks like Hope Ch and Memorial Park cemetery provide specific points of interest for genealogists tracing local families.

Water management and recreation also shape the area, from the Sewage Disposal Ponds near the river to the Conestoga Camp and a southern Campground. The terrain is drained by a network of waterways including Walnut Creek, Mud Creek, and Hickory Creek, while a prominent Pipeline and an industrial Quarry indicate the area's role in regional infrastructure and resource extraction during the late twentieth century.