2010 Map of Wadena

About this map

Wadena and Arlington anchor this topographic view of the rolling Fayette County landscape, where the Volga River carves a winding path through the northern half of the quadrangle. For genealogists and local historians, the map is remarkably dense with burial sites, including the Lima Cemetery, Corn Hill Cemetery, and Saint Josephs Cemetery. These sites are often found near early settlement points like Lima and Taylorsville, reflecting the deep agricultural roots of the region. The drainage patterns are defined by numerous creeks such as Brush Creek, Mink Creek, and Deep Creek, which dictate the placement of the rural road network. The presence of the Wadena Post Office and the clustering of roads around the main settlements highlights the long-standing community centers of the area. Distinctive landmarks like Corn Hill and Bear Hill provide clear reference points for those tracing family land tracts across this portion of northeast Iowa.