2013 Map of Dorchester

About this map

The winding course of the Upper Iowa River defines this corner of Allamakee County, Iowa, as it snakes through a landscape etched by numerous tributary valleys. The small settlement of Dorchester sits at the junction of Waterloo Cr and several local routes, serving as a focal point for the surrounding rural homesteads. Further west, the map documents the community of Quandahl and the northern hamlet of Bergen. This 2013 survey illustrates a quiet, stream-cut topography where recreation and local agriculture coexist. Significant land use markers include Camp Tahigwa and Pete's Campground, indicating the area's importance for outdoor activity. The drainage network is particularly dense here, with Bear Cr, Mineral Cr, and Paint Cr all cutting deep paths through the terrain to meet the primary river valley.