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2010 Map of Early

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Early
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Early serves as the primary hub of this west-central Iowa landscape, defined by a rigid section-line road grid that segments the fertile terrain. The Boyer River meanders southward through the center of the sheet, providing a natural contrast to the straight paths of Ira Ave and Jackson Ave. This 2010 survey highlights the community's established infrastructure, including the Early Post Office and several significant burial grounds such as Sacred Heart Cemetery and Early Union Cemetery.

Southwest of the main town site, the area near Prairie Pedlar and Elk Creek reflects the rural character of Sac County. The distribution of cemeteries across the quadrangle, including Protestant Union Cemetery and Immanuel Cemetery, offers valuable insights for genealogists tracking local family histories in this agricultural region. The map captures the interface between these small-town centers and the surrounding farm sections during the early 21st century.