2018 Map of Hiattsville

About this map

The Chariton River meanders across this rural Iowa landscape, defining the topography of north-central Appanoose County. Small unincorporated communities like Hiattsville, Darbyville, and Maine anchor the surrounding townships, providing a look at the settlement patterns that persist into the 21st century. The map is particularly dense with burial sites that are invaluable for genealogical research, including New Hope Cem, Denny Cem, and Haynes Cem. In the south, the northern edge of Centerville appears, showing the transition from agricultural land to more developed residential corridors. The western edge of the quadrangle is marked by the shoreline of Rathbun Lake, a significant water feature that shapes local drainage. From the ridges of Boyer Ridge Rd to the valleys of Snyder Br and S Soap Cr, the map illustrates a complex network of county roads and creek systems that have supported local farming for generations.