2018 Map of Peterson SW

About this map

The boundary between Cherokee and Buena Vista counties runs through this rural landscape, which is defined by the winding paths of the Little Sioux River and the Maple River. This 2018 survey shows a highly structured agricultural grid, where the intersection of Co Hwy C16 and Co Hwy M12 anchors the northern townships. Genealogy and local history are preserved in the various burial grounds scattered throughout the sections, including Spring Cem in the northwest and Immanuel Lutheran Cem along the eastern boundary. The presence of Badger Cr and smaller tributaries indicates the complex drainage system supporting the region's long-standing farming operations. From the Martin Access Rd to the southern reach of 520th St, the map captures the enduring rural layout of northwest Iowa.