1956 Map of Aldrich

About this map

The Little Sac River defines the landscape of this mid-century Missouri survey, winding through a patchwork of family-named bluffs and hollows along the Polk and Dade County lines. The settlement of Aldrich stands as the primary hub, situated near Hubbard Cem and the river's edge before the significant alterations of later reservoir projects. The map captures the agricultural and early industrial character of the region, evidenced by the Bear Creek Quarry and numerous rural houses of worship including Mt Zion Ch and Pleasant Ridge Ch. Local topography is meticulously detailed, highlighting landmarks such as Knothead Hill, Tommy Bluff, and the prominent Pea Ridge Hollow. This documentation preserves the location of many smaller family burial grounds, including McDaniel Cem and Trimble Cem, which are essential for genealogical research in this part of the Missouri River Basin.