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1971 Map of Dorchester, 1973 Print
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1971 Map of Dorchester

USGS Topo · Published 1973

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Upper Iowa River meanders through the southern portion of this landscape, deeply incising the terrain alongside numerous tributary valleys. The settlement of Dorchester sits at the junction of Waterloo Creek and Duck Creek in the northeast, while the small community of Quandahl is positioned further west. The upland areas are characterized by prominent heights like Waterloo Ridge, which is home to the Waterloo Ridge Ch. The map reveals a rural community supported by local resource extraction, evidenced by several quarries and gravel pits scattered near the watercourses. Social and historical foundations are well-documented through several burial grounds, including St Johns Cem, St Marys Cem, and the Iowa River Cem. Recreation and youth activity are represented by Camp Tahigwa and the Bear Creek Public Access, showing how the winding creeks defined both the economy and the community life of the region.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1971
Date Published1973
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.9 inches

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This is the sole edition of this map. No revisions or reprints were ever made.

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain