2017 Map of Bruner

About this map

The rugged Ozark foothills where Webster, Douglas, and Christian counties converge are defined by a complex network of creeks and isolated settlements. Small communities like Elkhead, Bruner, and Zenar dot the landscape, connected by winding routes such as State HWY KK and State HWY Z. The area’s genealogical record is preserved in numerous family-named burial grounds, including the West Finley, McHaffie, and Sartin cemeteries, which are typically situated on the higher ground between drainage systems. Significant water features like Finley Creek and its many tributaries, such as Martins Branch and Stewart Creek, have shaped the local topography. This map documents a quiet, rural portion of Missouri where Todd Spring and Murphy Pond represent the essential natural water sources for these upland communities.