1971 Map of Caruthersville

About this map

Caruthersville and Hayti dominate this riverfront landscape during a period of transition, as new interstate construction began to reshape the Bootheel region. The Mississippi River remains the primary geographic anchor, defining the border between Missouri and Tennessee near Island No 15 and Blaker Towhead. While the town of Caruthersville shows its established grid with landmarks like the City Hall Post Office and the Fairground, the surrounding Little Prairie is marked by a deep genealogical record, including Morgan Ridge Cem, Patterson Cem, and the historic Indian Mound near Huffman Cem. The introduction of major highway interchanges and the presence of the Burlington Northern railroad highlight the area's evolving transportation network, which connects the smaller community of Stubtown to the larger river hubs.