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2021 Map of Fountain Grove

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Fountain Grove
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Grand River and its wide floodplain dominate this landscape at the intersection of Livingston, Linn, and Chariton counties. This riverine environment is shaped by numerous oxbows and wetlands, including Eagle Lake, Hughs Lake, and Jacks Lake. The settlement of Fountain Grove sits at a low rise above the marshes, while Bedford occupies the western portion of the quadrangle near Liv 306. The complex network of waterways, featuring Locust Creek and Parson Cr, indicates a region historically defined by its seasonal drainage patterns and alluvial soils.

Transportation through the wetlands is managed via corridors like Bunker Rd and Belt Rd, while the Norfolk rail line cuts across the eastern sector. Local history is anchored by sites such as Fairland Cemetery and Cameron Cemetery, which provide geographical markers for family researchers. The crossing at Sumner Bridge serves as a vital link over the river system, connecting the scattered rural homesteads and agricultural tracts that surround the managed conservation areas.