2012 Map of Halifax

About this map

Valles Mines and the surrounding hills of eastern Missouri are defined by a network of creeks and small settlements that speak to the area's long-standing rural community structure. The landscape is characterized by prominent ridges and hollows, such as McMullen Ridge and Big Spring Hollow, which channel waterways like Joachim Creek and Plattin Creek. This topographic survey captures the distribution of several historic burial grounds, including the Old German Cemetery near Oakvale and the Wheeler Cemetery to the north, which serve as critical markers for genealogical research. The presence of the McMullen School and small junctions like Flucom and Knorpp suggests a decentralized pattern of life where community focal points were scattered along local roads. The inclusion of features like Harmons Farm Pond and Lake Lacawanna highlights the local water management within this wooded, creek-fed terrain.