1993 Map of Cape Girardeau

About this map

Cape Girardeau dominates the landscape along the western bank of the Mississippi River, showcasing the city's significant expansion toward the late 20th century. The settlement pattern reflects a blend of institutional growth and preserved history, anchored by the sprawling campus of Southeast Missouri State University and several historic cemeteries like Old Hanover Cem and Fairmont Cem. To the west, the suburban landscape gives way to more varied terrain near Mount Tabor, while the riverfront remains a critical industrial and transport corridor featuring Giboney Island and the expansive Black Land Bottom to the south. This survey, updated with 1993 imagery, traces the city's modern infrastructure including Interchange 99 and Interchange 98, which shaped the residential and commercial development of the Missouri-Illinois borderlands.