2013 Map of Unique

About this map

Unique sits as the central point of this agricultural landscape in Humboldt County, where a rigid grid of gravel roads defines the layout of the prairie. The northeast corner of the quadrangle is marked by the winding path of the Des Moines River, which creates the area’s only significant breaks in the rectilinear geometry. Here, infrastructure like the Berkheimer Bridge and Des Moines River Bridge connects the rural townships to more developed zones, while the Humboldt Municipal Airport serves as a modern landmark. Much of the land’s character is shaped by water management, evidenced by the presence of Drainage Ditch Number 20 and several natural streams including Indian Cr, Deer Cr, and Bass Cr. This 2013 survey provides a clear view of the modern rural infrastructure and small settlements that comprise this corner of the Iowa plains.