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1971 Map of Rockford

Name: 1971 Topographic Map of Rockford
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1973
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1973

About this map

The confluence of the Shell Rock River and the Winnebago River anchors the town of Rockford in this early 1970s topographic study. The landscape is defined by its industrial and agricultural utility, with numerous Gravel Pits and a substantial Claypit marking the riverbanks, hinting at the local brick and tile industry that historically fueled the area's economy. The settlement is well-connected by heavy rail infrastructure, including the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific and the C M St P & P railroads, which cut through the surrounding townships of Rock Grove, Rudd, and Ulster.

Rural landmarks like Riverside Cem and several Township Cem locations provide touchpoints for genealogical research. The survey captures the town's social and utility infrastructure, from the High Sch and Country Club to a prominent Radio Tower and traversing pipelines. Local drainage is detailed through named water bodies like Whiskey Creek, Flood Creek, and Beaver Creek, showing the intricate hydrology of the Floyd County countryside.