2017 Map of Riley

About this map

The small settlement of Riley sits at the heart of this agricultural landscape in Clinton County, where a complex network of man-made drains and natural creeks defines the local topography. This 2017 survey reveals the persistent imprint of nineteenth-century settlement through its numerous burial grounds, including the Saint Peter's Lutheran Cem and Oak Ridge Cem. The transition from the rural village of Riley toward the southern edge of Fowler in the northwest corner highlights a region deeply tied to its hydrological management, evidenced by the intricate channeling of Stony Creek and the Westphalia and Riley Drain. Genealogy enthusiasts can trace local lineage at smaller plots like Boughton Cem and Georgia Cem. Aviation history is noted by the presence of Forest Hill Airport, while the southern reaches of the quadrangle feature the natural wetland of Mud Lake.