1969 Map of Quimby

About this map

Little Sioux River winding through the southeastern corner of Cherokee County highlights the focal point of the local economy in the late 1960s. The settlement of Quimby sits along its banks, positioned at the intersection of the river and the Illinois Central railroad. This confluence of water and rail transport historically underpinned the movement of agricultural goods and resources in the region. The surrounding landscape is defined by the drainage patterns of Rock Creek and Willow Creek, which feed into the main river system across the townships of Rock and Willow. Notable local activity is evident in the Gravel Pits located just east of the town center. The topographic survey also captures the subtle elevation of Mary Hill to the north, providing a clear view of the rural township grid system that characterizes this Iowa farmland.