2012 Map of Ava

About this map

Ava serves as the focal point of this Douglas County region, where the grid of city streets transitions into a network of county roads. The landscape is defined by its numerous hollows and creek systems, including Prairie Creek and North Spring Creek, which carve through the Ozark terrain. Local genealogy is well-documented through a high density of rural burial grounds, such as Bragg Cemetery to the north and Harris Cemetery further south, often located near historical crossroads. Outside the town center, smaller settlements like Arno and Hest sit along routes like Co RD 532, while the Bill Martin Memorial Airport occupies a plateau north of the main community. Elevations range from the prominent Pilot Knob in the northwest to the distinct Table Rock Knob in the east, illustrating the complex drainage patterns of Couskin Creek and Whites Creek.