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1980 Map of Killduff

Name: 1980 Topographic Map of Killduff
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1980
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1980

About this map

Killduff and Galesburg serve as the primary social centers for this rural Iowa landscape as it appeared in the late 1970s. The terrain is defined by the winding course of the South Skunk River as it cuts across the southwestern corner, joined by tributaries including Elk Creek, Little Elk Creek, and Reasnor Creek. These waterways dictate the local geography, creating a series of wooded valleys and ridges that interrupt the dominant agricultural grid.

Genealogists and local historians can locate established landmarks such as St Andrews Ch and the Hewitt Cem, which reflect the area's long-standing community roots. Industrial activity is represented by the Sandpits near the river, while recreational access is noted at a specific Boat Ramp on the south bank. The map also delineates civil boundaries for townships including Buena Vista, Elk Creek, and Fairview, illustrating the political organization of the Jasper and Marion county border region.