1987 Map of Brays

About this map

The settlement of Brays sits at the northwestern edge of this landscape where the Elm Springs Branch flows through the Ozark hills. The area is defined by a dense network of watercourses, including the Maries River, the Little Maries River, and Little Tavern Creek, which carve deep valleys through the terrain. A notable feature of the local geography is the numerous designated Sand Areas along the riverbanks, suggesting a dynamic fluvial environment before the modern era of heavy management.