1980 Map of Halls

About this map

The Missouri River defines the landscape in this 1980 orthophotoquad, carving a wide arc along the border between Missouri and Kansas. This aerial perspective, prepared by the U.S. Geological Survey and the Soil Conservation Service, highlights the intricate drainage patterns and former river channels that have shaped the floodplains south of St Joseph. The presence of Lake Contrary and the winding course of Contrary Creek illustrate the historical shift of the river's main channel over time.