Jackson Township, Henry County, Iowa Explained

Jackson Township is a township in Henry County, Iowa, USA.

Demographics

As of the 2019 American Community Survey, Jackson Township had a population of 549 and 244 housing units. Its residents were 98.7% white and 1.3% Asian.^[1]

History

Jackson Township was first settled in 1836 by James Richie. One of the main early industries was fruit farming, and many early residents were Quakers.^[2] Boylestown Bridge, one of the three remaining camelback truss bridges in Iowa, is partially located in Jackson Township.^[3] The Joseph A. and Lydia A. Edwards House is located in Jackson Township.^[4]

Geography

Jackson Township has an maximum elevation of 597 feet above sea level and a minimum elevation of 182 feet above sea level.^[5] The Skunk River runs through Jackson Township.

References

40.85°N -124°W

Notes and References

1. Web site: ACS DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES. 2021-04-01. data.census.gov.
2. Web site: History of Henry County The University of Iowa Libraries. 2021-04-02. digital.lib.uiowa.edu.
3. Web site: Boyleston Bridge, Spanning Skunk River, Lowell, Henry County, IA. 2021-04-02. Library of Congress.
4. Web site: Edwards, Joseph A. and Lydia A. (Frazier), House. 2021-04-02. www.nps.gov.
5. Web site: GNIS Detail - Township of Jackson. 2021-04-02. geonames.usgs.gov.