2017 Map of Handy

About this map

Handy serves as a central point of reference in this densely wooded portion of the Mark Twain National Forest. The landscape is defined by an intricate network of drainage systems, including the Little Barren Cr, Running Water Cr, and Cave Fork, which have carved out numerous named hollows throughout the terrain. Significant water features such as Cupola Pond, McFarland Pond, and West Pond provide localized hydrological interest alongside named springs like Spout Spring and Hodo Spring. Genealogists and local historians can locate the Bristol Cem in the northern portion of the map, while several family-named landmarks such as Stillhouse Hollow, Johnson Hollow, and Davis Hollow suggest the historical settlement patterns of this Missouri Ozark region. The presence of features like Buffalo Wallow and Tram Hollow hints at the environmental and industrial history of the area, all connected by a web of Forest Service roads and state highways.