1950 Map of Port Byron

About this map

Port Byron sits at a critical bend where the Mississippi River creates a natural bottleneck, shaping the development of the riverfront towns of Le Claire and Rapids City during the mid-century. The landscape is defined by the dual influence of the Mississippi and the Rock River, which meet south of Barstow. This 1950 survey reveals a dense network of country education and faith, including uniquely named landmarks like Shake-Rag Sch and Leafy Bower Sch.