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1968 Map of Unionville

Name: 1968 Topographic Map of Unionville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1971
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1971

About this map

The agrarian landscape of southern Iowa is defined by a network of drainage systems and transportation corridors in this late 1960s survey. The small community of Unionville serves as a central hub, surrounded by the townships of Union, Marion, Udell, and Washington. A significant industrial and historical footprint is visible through the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific rail line and an Old Railroad Grade that cuts through the topography, reflecting the region's historical reliance on rail for moving goods.

Waterways like Soap Creek, South Soap Creek, and the Fox River create a varied terrain of valleys and ridges, while local landmarks such as Fairview Ch, Eaton Cem, and Taylor Cem provide essential anchor points for genealogical research. The presence of Gravel Pits and a large Pipeline indicates the local economic activity and infrastructure developments typical of the mid-20th century in Appanoose and Davis counties.