
The Winnebago River and the E Br Iowa River define the agricultural landscape of Hancock County in this contemporary survey. The small settlement of Miller sits at a grid intersection south of Forest City, which is supported by the Forest City Municipal Airport in the northwest corner. This area preserves a high concentration of early burial grounds, including the Ellington Prairie Cem and Saint Johns Cem, which offer significant value for genealogists tracking family lineages in the region. The map also documents the modified hydrology of the prairie, showing Deadmans Lake alongside modern infrastructure like Drainage Ditch Number 13, illustrating the long-term management of the Iowa plains for cultivation. The extensive network of county roads, such as Co RD b30 and Co HWY r70, provides a clear view of the rural township structure.
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