1959 Map of Bagnell

About this map

Bagnell Dam anchors this mid-century survey of the Osage River corridor, a landscape defined by the engineering that created the Lake of the Ozarks. The settlement of Bagnell sits just below the dam, while the rising waters to the south reach toward Osage Beach. This map documents the transition from riverine valley to reservoir, showing the intricate network of hollows like Barn Hollow and Sawmill Hollow that feed into the main channel. Rural life is evidenced by family landmarks including Brockman Cem and Fitzgerald Cem, alongside community centers like Harmony Ch. To the south, the expansive Lake of the Ozarks State Park preserves large tracts of rugged terrain, while local industry is noted at the Fish Hatchery and a small Quarry near the State Park Boundary.