2013 Map of Richland

About this map

Richland serves as the primary hub for this southeastern Iowa landscape, where the grid of rural roads meets the meandering curves of the Skunk River. This 2013 survey reveals a territory defined by its waterways and conservation lands, notably the Rubio State Access Area and McKain State Access Area along the river banks. To the east, the waters of Lake Darling provide a significant recreational landmark amidst the agricultural fields. Smaller settlements like Rubio and Veo anchor the surrounding townships, connected by historic routes such as the Keokuk-Washington Road. The drainage patterns are intricate, with Richland Creek, Honey Creek, and several branches of Walnut Creek—including North Walnut Creek and Middle Walnut Creek—carving through the Keokuk and Washington county borderlands. This map is particularly useful for observing how the modern section-line road system navigates the irregular natural boundaries created by the river's floodplains and tributary valleys.