2018 Map of Douds

About this map

Des Moines River bisects this Van Buren County landscape, defining the twin communities of Douds and Leando which sit on opposing banks. The map reveals a deeply etched topography where tributary waters like Lick Cr and Chequest Cr have carved numerous drainages, such as Spahn Hollow, into the surrounding uplands. This 2018 survey serves as a modern record of rural settlement patterns and local lineage. A significant concentration of family and community burial sites, including the Boyer Family Cem, Roush Cem, and Valentine Cem, are scattered throughout the townships, providing essential geographic markers for genealogical research. Aviation history is represented by the Oldfield Aero Airport located in the southern portion of the quadrangle, while the primary transit corridors of Co Hwy V64 and Eagle Dr follow the natural curves of the river valley.