1968 Map of University Park
USGS Topo · Published 1970About this map
University Park anchors the western edge of this Mahaska County survey, centered around the campus of Vennard College. The landscape is a mix of agricultural uplands and the winding corridor of the South Skunk River, which cuts across the northern half of the sheet. Transportation is a primary theme here, as the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific and the Chicago and North Western rail lines traverse the terrain, reflecting the region's mid-century dependence on rail for moving grain and local goods. Recreational and rural community life is visible at Lake Keomah State Park, where a Fish Hatchery, Gaging Station, and Campground are noted near the water. Genealogists will find local landmarks like Quaker Cem and Bloomfield Cem, while small aviation sites such as Roth Landing Field and Edgren Landing Strip point to the area's private flight history.
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