2010 Map of Lafayette

About this map

The branching headwaters of East Otter Creek and West Otter Creek define this rural landscape north of Marion, Iowa. The small settlements of Alice and Lafayette anchor the community, surrounded by a dense network of family-named cemeteries that provide a clear map for genealogical research. Historically significant burial grounds like Alice Cemetery, Ashlock Cemetery, Lafayette Cemetery, Oliphant Cemetery, and Squires Cemetery are scattered across the township, marking the long-standing family farmsteads of the region. Transportation in this agricultural corridor is organized around established routes like Lafayette Rd and Central City Rd, while the Reynolds Airport provides a modern aviation landmark amidst the traditional prairie land. This map documents a quiet period of rural stability in Linn County, where the transition from the old settlement of West Prairie to modern road improvements remains visible.