1968 Map of Eddyville

About this map

The Des Moines River carves a deep valley through this landscape, marking the convergence of Mahaska, Monroe, and Wapello counties. The area is defined by its industrial activity in the late 1960s, with extensive strip mines, quarries, and gravel pits flanking the river and the northern uplands near Givin. The settlement of Eddyville sits on the river's eastern bank, supported by a significant powerplant and the infrastructure of the Chicago and North Western railroad. Smaller communities like Lakonta (Truax) and rural landmarks such as Crane Cem and Bridgeport Cem provide points of interest for genealogists tracing family roots in this coal-rich region. A unique recreational feature, a Drag Strip, is visible near Lost Creek east of the river.