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1960 Map of Barnett

Name: 1960 Topographic Map of Barnett
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1961
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1961

About this map

The town of Barnett serves as a central hub on this 1960s survey, situated along the Chicago and Pacific Rock Island railroad line. The landscape is defined by the convergence of several townships, including Pilot Grove, Harrison, Moreau, and Saline, where the borders of Moniteau, Morgan, and Miller counties meet. The region's agricultural and rural character is evident in the scatter of local institutions, such as Hopewell Church and the nearby Kelsey Cemetery, as well as the smaller settlements of Excelsior and Hopewell.

Industry and water management play a visible role in the local economy, from the Simpson Mine to the established Fish Hatchery located east of the rail line. Natural landmarks like Big Rock Ch and historic crossings such as Coal Bank Ford along the Moreau Creek drainage system highlight how the community interacted with the terrain before modern infrastructure superseded these local routes. Genealogists may find value in the specific placement of the Phillips Cemetery near the county line.