2013 Map of Martensdale

About this map

The agricultural landscape of Warren County is defined here by the winding course of the S River and its managed tributaries, including the S River Ditch and Painter Cr. In the early 2010s, this area remained largely rural, anchored by the small communities of Martensdale, Wick, and Saint Marys. The map illustrates a transitional geography where traditional prairie watercourses like Middle River and Clanton Cr meet a rigid grid of county roads and avenues named for local families and historic figures. Notable landmarks such as the Too Short Airport and Lake George provide specific points of interest for local historians. The proximity of West Saint Marys to its namesake suggests a pattern of small-town development and expansion characteristic of south-central Iowa during this era.