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2015 Map of Elk Horn

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Elk Horn
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Elk Horn and Kimballton anchor this section of the western Iowa plains, where the rolling landscape is defined by the headwaters and tributaries of several prominent creeks. The terrain is divided into a strict section-line grid, typical of the Midwestern agricultural tradition, with secondary roads like Yellowwood Rd and Bluebird Ave following these established boundaries. The map highlights the Danish heritage of the area through its proximity to local settlements and several dedicated burial grounds, including the Elk Horn Cem and the Carlsen-Larsen Cem.

Drainage patterns are clearly visible as Elkhorn Cr and Squaw Cr wind through the valleys between the cultivated uplands. Beyond the primary townships, the landscape is punctuated by infrastructure like the Wheatley Farms Airport and rural landmarks such as the Clay Township Cem and Oakfield Cem. This survey provides a precise look at the rural intersection of Shelby, Audubon, and Cass counties during the early 21st century.