2015 Map of Gasconade

About this map

Gasconade sits at the confluence of the Gasconade River and the Missouri River, serving as a focal point for this river-valley landscape. The terrain is defined by a series of dramatic bluffs and tributary valleys, where creeks like Quick Cr and Cole Cr have carved into the high ground. The southern portion of the sheet features the rural community of Stolpe and numerous family-named burial sites, including the Lucas Cemetery and Doecher Cemetery, which offer valuable locations for genealogical research. North of the Missouri River, the former rail corridor is marked by the Katy Trl, connecting the historic settlements of Bluffton, Starkenburg, and Rhineland. This map illustrates the 21st-century configuration of these river towns, where traditional farming in the Best Bottom area meets modern infrastructure like the Eu-Wish Airport. The boundary between Montgomery and Gasconade counties follows the primary river channel, bisecting prominent landforms such as Heckman Island.