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2017 Map of Elmer

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Elmer
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

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The Chariton River carves a winding path through this portion of Macon County, defining a landscape of riparian bottomlands and upland ridges. Along its banks, localized water features like Duck Hunters Lake, Speno Lake, and Taylor Hole suggest a long history of seasonal recreation and conservation. The settlement of Elmer serves as a central hub, connected by a network of rural routes including State Hwy J and E Weeks St.

Genealogists will find a high concentration of family-named burial sites scattered across the townships, including Glasston Cem, Bell Cem, and Hull Cem. These landmarks, along with small communities like Ethel, Mercyville, and Walnut, provide a clear picture of the rural infrastructure in northern Missouri. The terrain is further dissected by numerous tributaries such as Walnut Cr and Little Turkey Cr, which influenced the placement of early homesteads and roads.