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2012 Map of Toolesboro

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Toolesboro
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The confluence of the Iowa River and the Mississippi River creates a complex network of waterways, chutes, and islands along the border of Iowa and Illinois. In the early 21st century, this landscape remains dominated by the shifting hydrology of the river system, featuring prominent landforms like Otter Island and Cuba Island. The settlement of New Boston sits on the Illinois bank overlooking Boston Bay, while across the water in Iowa, Toolesboro is situated near the river bluffs.

Land management for recreation and conservation is evident through features like the Lake Odessa Campground, Schafer Access, and the Toolesboro Access. Historically significant sites, such as the Mallory Cemetery, are found on the higher ground west of the wetlands. The intricate drainage system is further defined by human-made infrastructure, including Ives Ditch, Prentis Ditch, and the Pumping Station LN, reflecting ongoing efforts to manage the water levels of Lake Odessa and the surrounding sloughs.