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2018 Map of Preston

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Preston
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

The Maquoketa River winds through a landscape of deep valleys and ridges in eastern Iowa, defining the northern geography of this quadrangle. The settlement of Preston serves as a primary hub near the Jackson Co Clinton Co boundary, situated where Copper Cr and Deep Cr converge. This area is characterized by its agricultural heritage and small rural centers, including Spragueville and the settlement of Browns.

Genealogists will find a high density of burial sites across these townships, many reflecting the specific family farmsteads of the region. Notable examples include the Schmidt Farm Cem, Russell Farm Cem, and Farley Cem. Religious and educational history is anchored by sites like Salem's Lutheran Cem and the North Bend School Cem. The map's detail reveals how the local road network, including Iron Bridge Rd, follows the intricate drainage patterns created by Sugar Cr and Bear Cr.