1968 Map of Fordyce

About this map

Fordyce sits at the center of this agricultural landscape in Cedar County, defined by its position along the Chicago and North Western railroad line. The rail corridor is a primary artery for the region, passing through the north end of Hartington near Felber Park. The terrain is deeply carved by a network of waterways including West Bow Creek, Bow Creek, and Norwegian Bow Creek, which dictate the placement of roads and farmstead boundaries. This late-1960s survey illustrates a specialized rural economy with numerous Gravel Pits scattered across the township, particularly near the river bends and rail sidings. Local transportation infrastructure includes the Becker Landing Strip and a significant road network connecting the primary settlements. To the southeast, the area around Hartington Cem and the local Radio Tower marks the outskirts of the county seat, providing a detailed look at the interface between the growing town and its surrounding prairie environment.