2015 Map of Gibson

About this map

Indianapolis and Gibson anchor this section of the rural Iowa landscape, where the survey lines of Mahaska and Keokuk counties meet. The terrain is defined by the winding course of the North Skunk River and its tributaries, including Cedar Cr and Pleasant Cr. Small settlements like Coal Creek and Spring Valley are linked by a grid of county roads such as Co Hwy G13 and Co Hwy G29, reflecting the agricultural organization of the region. For genealogists, the map identifies several local burial sites, including Friends Cem, Tinsley Cem, and Rice Cem, which often serve as the remaining physical markers of early community centers. The northern portion features Hawthorn Lake, providing a contrast to the surrounding timbered creek bottoms and farm sections that characterize the area's geography.