2015 Map of Peterson SW

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The Little Sioux River carves a deep valley across the northwest corner of this quadrangle, creating a pocket of varied terrain in an otherwise orderly agricultural landscape. The boundary between Cherokee and Buena Vista counties runs north to south, bisecting a region defined by a precise grid of rural roads like 480th St and 510th St. This area is notable for its dispersed community landmarks, particularly its burial grounds which serve as vital touchstones for local genealogy. The Spring Township Cem and Spring Cem overlook the river bluffs, while the Immanuel Lutheran Cem and Afton Cem are situated among the fields further south and east. The drainage of Badger Cr and the Maple River further define the local hydrology, supporting the farmsteads that have occupied these townships for generations.