1971 Map of Ute

About this map

The Soldier River and its multiple branches define the drainage patterns of this western Iowa landscape, where the town of Ute sits at the convergence of several major valleys. This 1971 aerial-photogrammetric survey captures the area’s agricultural and transportation backbone, anchored by the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul and Pacific railroad line. The rail corridor follows the river valley through the village of Berne, providing a crucial link for the region's grain-based economy. For those researching family history in Monona and Crawford counties, the map identifies several local burial grounds including St Marys Cem, St Clairce Cem, and Putman Cem. The terrain is deeply dissected by numerous tributaries like Rush Creek and Willow Creek, creating the distinct ridge-and-valley topography characteristic of the Loess Hills region.