2015 Map of Highlandville

About this map

Highlandville and the surrounding townships of Winneshiek County are defined by a complex network of ridges and river valleys, including the drainages of S Bear Cr and Paint Cr. The landscape is dotted with several small, historically significant settlements such as Locust and Sattre, which serve as anchor points for the rural road system. This survey is particularly notable for its dense concentration of burial grounds, many of which are associated with early pioneer families and local congregations. Researchers will find numerous sites of genealogical interest, from the Methodist Cem and Big Canoe Cem to smaller family plots like the Stoen Farm Cem and Fawcett Farm Cem. The topography is shaped by the winding paths of Sattre Ridge Rd and Big Canoe Rd, following the natural contours of the Driftless Area terrain and connecting the scattered farmsteads and springs like Mestall Spring.