2012 Map of Belle

About this map

Bland and Belle anchor this landscape at the intersection of Gasconade and Maries counties, where a dense network of country roads connects scattered family homesteads and local landmarks. The settlement of Byron lies further north, situated near the headwaters of Little Third Creek and Bumpass Creek. This area is characterized by its numerous family and community burial grounds, including Old Bland Cemetery, Heyer Cemetery, and Liberty Cemetery, which offer significant value for genealogical research. The terrain is defined by a dendritic drainage system including Crider Creek and the Dry Fork, with Skillet Hollow marking the more varied elevations to the northwest. The layout of Belle shows a structured grid bisected by the diagonal route of 28, reflecting its development as a regional hub.