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1997 Map of Handy, 1999 Print
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1997 Map of Handy

USGS Topo · Published 1999

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Mark Twain National Forest dominates this landscape in the Missouri Ozarks, characterized by a complex network of hollows and karst water features. Centered on the settlement of Handy, the topography is defined by significant drainage systems including Big Barren Creek and Running Water Creek. The presence of Bristol Cemetery and institutions like Handy Church and Big Barren Church provides a clear view of the social fabric in this rural area at the close of the twentieth century. Unique upland water bodies such as Cupola Pond, West Pond, and Flat Pond illustrate the district's karst geography. Historical transportation and logging patterns remain visible through the alignment of Tram Road, while the Ozark Trail and the edge of the Irish Wilderness highlight the region's transition into a protected recreational and conservation corridor.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1997
Date Published1999
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain