2017 Map of Brushyknob

About this map

The Ozark plateau landscape around Evans and Coldspring is defined by an intricate network of deep hollows and creek drainage systems in Douglas County. At the center of this rural topography, the high point of Brushyknob overlooks a series of family-named landmarks and historical community centers, including Vera Cruz and Champion. The presence of New Hope Cem and Clever Creek Cem suggests the location of early community roots, while geographic names like McCord Mill Hollow and Gallaher Riley Spring point toward the essential water-dependent industry and settlement patterns of the region. This terrain is carved by the winding course of Bryant Creek and its many tributaries, creating a complex series of ridges such as Coonts Ridge. The area remains sparsely populated, with small settlements like Sweden and Denlow connected by a web of county and state routes that follow the winding natural contours of the land.