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2018 Map of Springbrook

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Springbrook
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

Springbrook serves as the primary inland hub of this Jackson County landscape, situated where the rolling uplands of eastern Iowa begin their descent toward the river valley. The settlement is anchored by the Saint Peter and Paul Catholic Cem, reflecting the area's deep-rooted community ties. To the northeast, the Mississippi River forms the state boundary with Illinois, its course winding past Island Number 249 and Harrington Slough.

Genealogists will find a high density of rural burial sites, many bearing the names of early farming families like the Monner Farm Cem, Huff Farm Cem, Homan Farm Cem, and Heim Farm Cem. These family-named landmarks, along with the Old Springbrook Cem and Hazen Cem, offer a clear picture of the historical distribution of early settlers across the hills between Pleasant Cr and Duck Cr. Near the river, the Bellevue Flying Circus Airport indicates more modern recreational land use alongside the traditional timbered draws of Sugar Camp Hollow.