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2015 Map of Columbia Bottom

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Columbia Bottom
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

The Missouri River and Mississippi River reach their confluence just beyond the boundaries of this survey, defining a landscape of low-lying islands and complex hydrology. The massive Columbia Bottom conservation area and Chouteau Island dominate the riverine geography, while the Chain of Rocks Bridge provides a vital link across the water near St. Louis. This area is characterized by its dual identity as both a major industrial and transit corridor—evidenced by the Chain of Rocks Canal and proximity to Granite City—and a region preserved for its natural floodplains.

Residential developments such as Spanish Lake, Bellefontaine Neighbors, and Glasgow Village spread across the Missouri bluffs. Local history is anchored by sites like Fort Bellefontaine and several small burial grounds, including Bailey Cemetery and Espedeza Cemetery. The map captures the infrastructure of the early 21st century, showing the intricate road networks like Lindbergh Blvd and Lewis and Clark Blvd that service these suburban and industrial communities.