2010 Map of Hartford

About this map

Middle River and the Des Moines River converge in this riverine landscape, where the agricultural grid of Warren County is interrupted by a complex network of waterways. Small settlements and local post offices define the social geography, with Carlisle and Hartford serving as primary hubs. The map reveals a dense distribution of rural burial grounds, including the Black Cemetery and Palmyra Cemetery, which offer valuable points of reference for genealogical research in the townships between the rivers. Several tributaries, such as Butcher Creek and Skinaway Creek, meander through the terrain, illustrating the natural drainage patterns that have historically shaped farm boundaries and road placements like Illinois St and Dubuque St. The inclusion of smaller locales such as Ford, Palmyra, and Greenbush highlights the persistent identity of these crossroads communities within the larger county framework.