1964 Map of Kingston

About this map

Kingston serves as a focal point along the bluff line where the uplands of Benton and Huron townships drop toward the broad bottomlands of the Mississippi River. This mid-century survey reveals a landscape defined by the transition from rugged, wooded drainages like Yellow Spring Creek and Benton Creek to the engineered hydrology of the river valley. The agricultural character of the era is evidenced by small settlements like Latty and Dolby, alongside local landmarks such as St Marys Ch and Walker Cem. Along the river, the presence of Lock and Dam No 18 and a complex network of backwaters, including Running Slough and Swift Slough, illustrates the managed waterway systems of the 1960s. The Chicago Rock Island and Pacific railroad tracks cut through the southwestern corner, providing a vital link for the rural communities of Des Moines County.