2010 Map of Swaledale

About this map

Swaledale and the eastern edge of Thornton anchor this rural Cerro Gordo County landscape, where the agricultural grid is intersected by the winding paths of several regional waterways. The Swaledale Post Office sits at the heart of the community, while the surrounding countryside is marked by significant local landmarks including Shobes Grove and the Richland Lutheran Cemetery. The terrain is defined by the drainage systems of Beaverdam Creek and its West Branch, alongside Bailey Creek and Otter Creek. These streams create natural breaks in the rectangular road network, which is composed of named routes such as Killdeer Ave and Mallard Ave. For genealogists and local historians, the map provides precise locations for the Pleasant Valley Township Cemetery, offering a clear view of the township’s spatial organization at the beginning of the 21st century.