2015 Map of Scranton

About this map

Scranton sits at the heart of this Greene County landscape, organized by the rigid Section-Township-Range grid typical of the Iowa prairie. The North Raccoon River carves a sinuous path through the northeastern and eastern portions of the quadrangle, creating a rare break in the agricultural geometry with its wooded banks and shifting floodplains. Near the western edge, the small settlement of Ralston is positioned along the transit corridor, while the surrounding countryside is dotted with local heritage sites like Dillavou Cem and Thompson Cem. The map reveals a highly developed drainage system, including Drainage Ditch 171, which supports the intensive farming of the region. Tributaries like Otter Cr and Short Cr feed into the Raccoon River, defining the natural hydrology that once dictated the placement of these early agricultural communities.