2022 Map of Hard Scratch

About this map

Hard Scratch sits at the northern edge of this agricultural landscape in Harrison County, positioned where the drainage of Harris Grove Cr meets the local road network. The terrain is defined by a dense network of creek valleys, including Potato Cr, Vore Cr, and Pigeon Cr, which dictated the placement of early cemeteries and rural routes. The distribution of sites like Harris Grove Cem and Bethel Cem reflects the scattered nature of early community life in this part of western Iowa. A grid of secondary roads and trails, such as Co RD f52 and Reading Trl, connects the various sections, while the southern boundary marks the transition into Pottawattamie Co. The map illustrates a traditional Midwestern township structure where small family and community burial grounds remain the primary landmarks of the local history.