1953 Map of Grand Mound

About this map

The Chicago and Northwestern railroad serves as the primary east-west corridor for this Clinton County landscape, anchoring the settlement of Grand Mound. The surrounding township lands, including Grant and Olive, are defined by a network of rural schoolhouses and family-named landmarks that reflect a mid-century agricultural community. Educational centers like Griebel School and Stemple School dot the countryside north of the tracks, while Grand Field Airport provides a small aviation hub near Barber Creek. In the southern reaches, the Wapsipinicon River meanders along the Clinton Scott Co boundary line. This area is particularly rich for genealogical research, featuring numerous burial grounds including Evergreen Cemetery, Kvindhered Cemetery, and Emmanuel Cemetery, alongside community focal points like Our Saviors Church.