2018 Map of Weldon

About this map

Weldon serves as the central hub for this portion of southern Iowa, straddling the border of Clarke and Decatur Counties. The settlement pattern follows a distinct rural grid, intersected by significant drainage systems including the Weldon River and White Breast Creek. The land is heavily marked by a high density of ancestral burial grounds, including Ellis Cemetery, Lewis Cemetery, Horton Cemetery, and Metier Cemetery, which are scattered among the township sections. These landmarks, along with many others like Hebron Cemetery and Chaney Cemetery, provide a detailed genealogical framework for the area. The topography is defined by the winding paths of Chariton Creek and Hoosier Creek, which have carved intricate drainage patterns throughout the landscape, influencing the placement of local roads like County Road J12 and County Road H50.