2012 Map of Halls

About this map

Saint Joseph sits at the eastern edge of this landscape, where the Missouri River creates a dynamic border between Missouri and Kansas. The oxbow legacy of the river is clearly visible in the presence of Old Mud Lake, New Mud Lake, and Horseshoe Lake, remnants of the water's shifting course through the floodplain. Small rural settlements like Palermo and Halls anchor the agricultural grid, while Lake Station and Kirschner mark the western outskirts of the city. Transportation routes follow the natural topography, with SW Bluff Rd skirting the elevations near Contrary Creek. The map documents a blend of industrial and rural land use, highlighted by the Farmland Industries Incorporated Lake and the quiet presence of Bethel Cemetery near Halls Lake, reflecting the long-term community footprint in this river valley.