1964 Map of Keokuk

About this map

Keokuk sits at the vital confluence of the Mississippi River and the Des Moines River, serving as a critical tri-state hub for Iowa, Illinois, and Missouri. This mid-1960s survey captures the city's dense urban grid, featuring numerous educational and religious landmarks such as St Josephs Hospital, Cardinal Stritch High Sch, and St Peters Sch. The presence of the National Cemetery and Oakland Cemetery alongside the Keokuk Corporate Boundary reflects the deep civic history of this river port. Beyond the city center, the landscape transitions into industrial and recreational zones, including the Keokuk Municipal Airport and the Sportsmans Park Racetrack. To the north and west, smaller settlements like Summitville and Mooar are connected by the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific railroad, while natural features like The Yellow Banks and Sugar Creek define the outlying terrain.