2015 Map of Stratford

About this map

Stratford serves as the primary hub at the southern edge of this landscape where Webster and Hamilton counties meet. The area is defined by the winding course of the Des Moines River, which carves deep valleys through the agricultural uplands, joined by the Boone River and smaller tributaries like Brushy Creek and Prairie Cr. This 2015 update preserves the locations of several important ancestral sites, including Oakwood Cem near the town center and the more secluded Vegars Cem and McGuire Cem situated along the river bends. To the north, the small settlement of Homer sits near the Homer Cem, illustrating the enduring nature of these rural communities. The intricate network of local routes, such as McGuire Bend Rd and Stagecoach Rd, provides a clear view of how modern transportation corridors follow the natural contours of the river valley and long-established property lines.