The Iowa River meanders through the northern section of this Iowa landscape, where agricultural tradition meets local transport hubs in the early twenty-first century. The small community of Hartwick serves as a primary local focal point, characterized by its gridded streets including 2nd St and 1st St. To the northeast, the settlement of Dover sits near the intersection of several county roads, while the Belle Plaine Municipal Airport provides a modern aviation link near the banks of Salt Creek. This area is defined by its drainage network, with Honey Creek, Walnut Creek, and Rock Creek carving subtle paths through the township. The infrastructure is marked by a strict section-line road grid, featuring many named routes such as 320th Ave and 360th Ave that facilitate the region's rural economy and connectivity between these quiet prairie settlements.
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1954 · Des Moines
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1956 · Des Moines
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1957 · Des Moines
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1965 · Ladora
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1965 · Keystone South
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1968 · Brooklyn
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1968 · Belle Plaine SW
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1968 · Victor
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1968 · Belle Plaine
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1968 · Chelsea
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