2013 Map of Peoria

About this map

S Skunk River meanders across this rural landscape, shaping the geography of Marion County's northern townships. The settlement of Peoria serves as a central hub for the surrounding agricultural community, where a grid of secondary roads connects scattered homesteads and small localities like Bernina and Castle Cor. This 2013 survey reflects a deeply entrenched rural structure where land divisions are defined by numerous watercourses, including Muchakinock Cr and Buckley Cr. The map captures a moment of transition for regional transit, documenting the established county highway system alongside the historic creek crossings that have dictated the placement of farms for generations. It provides a clear record of the watershed patterns that feed into the Skunk River, offering an essential view for those tracking family land or the evolution of Iowa's prairie townships.