2015 Map of Freeport

About this map

The Upper Iowa River winds through this Winneshiek County landscape, carving a deep valley that defines the local geography. Adjacent to the city of Decorah, the settlement of Freeport sits at a critical bend in the river, showing the proximity between established municipal centers and smaller rural communities. The map is a significant resource for genealogists, as it identifies numerous family and community burial sites, such as the Canoe Ridge Lutheran Cem and Pontoppidan Cem, alongside smaller markers like the Teslow Farm Cem. The terrain is further characterized by the convergence of several waterways, including the Trout River and Canoe Creek, which feed into the larger river system. Modern infrastructure is represented by the Decorah Municipal Airport on the plateau southwest of the river valley, while a dense network of country roads like Canoe Ridge Rd and River Rd connect the various townships.