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2010 Map of Orchard

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Orchard
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

The Cedar River meanders through this portion of Mitchell County, defining a landscape shaped by its many tributaries and a well-ordered grid of agricultural roads. The small settlement of Orchard serves as a central hub, anchored by the Orchard Post Office and nearby Orchard Cemetery. This survey reveals a high density of burial grounds relative to the population centers, including the Tucker Cemetery, Dudley Cemetery, and Calvary Cemetery, which provide essential points of reference for genealogists tracking local family histories.

Drainage patterns are clearly articulated by named waterways like Sunken Creek, Slough Creek, and Stewart Creek, which cut across the farm tracts. The presence of Flokers Airport south of Orchard reflects the region's adaptation for local aviation. Transportation is dominated by the rural route system, including Mitchell Line Rd and River Rd, which follow the natural contours of the river valley and the rigid township lines.