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2021 Map of Hamilton East

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Hamilton East
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Hamilton anchors the northwestern corner of this Caldwell County landscape, where the agricultural grid of northern Missouri meets a dense network of meandering waterways. The terrain is defined by the drainage basins of Shoal Cr and Little Otter Cr, which carve through the rolling farmland. Small, distinct settlements like New York and Bonanza persist as local landmarks along the county road system, reflecting the enduring rural character of the region.

Genealogists and local historians can trace legacy land features such as Hopewell Cem and the Gould Farm Bridge over Shoal Cr. The map details an intricate web of named secondary routes, including NE Old Highway 36, which trace the evolution of transport through the area. From Penny Lake in the north down to Brush Cr at the southern boundary, this survey illustrates the persistent relationship between the Missouri prairie's natural hydrology and its long-established farming communities.