1965 Map of Luther

About this map

The Saylorville Reservoir Des Moines River defines the western landscape of this mid-1960s Iowa survey, illustrating a period of significant hydrological management and recreational development. East of the river, the small community of Luther serves as a central hub for the surrounding agricultural townships of Worth, Colfax, and Douglas. The map is particularly rich in civic and religious landmarks, featuring numerous burial grounds like Rose Hill Cem and Cassel Cem, alongside the Garden Prairie Ch. Public land use is prominent, as evidenced by the State Game Farm, Ledges State Park, and the State 4-H Camp. The transportation and research infrastructure of the era is anchored by the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul and Pacific Railroad and the State Experimental Farm, reflecting the region's combined focus on commercial rail and agricultural science.