2015 Map of Ollie

About this map

South Skunk River meanders across the northern portion of this landscape, carving a wide valley through the agricultural heartland of Keokuk and Jefferson counties. The settlement patterns follow a strict rectangular grid, anchored by the towns of Ollie, Richland, and Packwood. The map reveals a high density of rural burial grounds, which serve as critical markers of early pioneer lineage and township organization. These include family and community sites like Reed Cem, Altman Cem, and Blue Point Cem, many located near the winding tributaries of Richland Cr and Middle Walnut Cr. The topography is defined by the gentle drainage systems that feed into the larger Skunk River basin, creating a distinct contrast between the flat upland farms and the more textured creek bottoms.