2015 Map of Banner

About this map

The Saint Francois Mountains dominate this 2015 survey of the Iron and Washington county line, where the small settlement of Banner sits at the intersection of several mountain roads. Much of the southern landscape is protected within the Mark Twain National Forest, characterized by deep hollows and high peaks such as Bell Mtn and Logan Mtn. Genealogical interests are well-served by the density of family and community burial sites, including the Nelson Cemetery, Richardson Cemetery, and Tullock Cemetery near the northern boundary. The terrain is defined by its complex drainage network, with the Imboden Fork and Lottery Cr carving paths through the high country. Small rural landmarks like Thomas Chapel and its adjacent cemetery reflect the long-standing community structure in this part of Missouri.