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1968 Map of Bradford

Name: 1968 Topographic Map of Bradford
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1991
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1991

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The Missouri Pacific railroad corridor serves as the central artery for this portion of White and Jackson Counties, dictating the alignment of the region's early settlements. Along this rail line, the town of Bradford sits as a primary hub, while the uniquely named Possum Grape and nearby Grand Glaise mark smaller social centers to the north. The landscape is a distinct mix of upland terrain to the west and a complex lowland river system to the east.

A network of family-linked landmarks and spiritual sites, such as Oakland Ch and Scantlin Cem, provides significant detail for local history. The eastern boundary is defined by the winding course of the White River, surrounded by a labyrinth of sloughs and lakes including Hopspike Lake and Steenbergen Lake. The prevalence of named wetlands and ponds, such as Goose Pond and Bear Water Slough, illustrates a landscape heavily influenced by the seasonal fluctuations of the river system.