2013 Map of Saint Joseph

About this map

The winding E Fork Des Moines River defines the western landscape of this Kossuth County region, where the river's meandering oxbows contrast sharply with the rigid grid of the surrounding agricultural township. The small community of Saint Joseph sits near the river's edge, while the settlement of Galbraith occupies the northeastern corner of the map. This 2013 survey illustrates the sophisticated water management systems required for Iowa prairie farming, featuring extensive engineered waterways such as Drainage Ditch Number 182 and Drainage Ditch Number 8. These ditches coordinate with natural tributaries like Lotts Cr to drain the fertile till plains. Private infrastructure is also visible, most notably the Kohlhaas Airport situated among the section-line roads like 130th St and 150th Ave.