2012 Map of Hilldale

About this map

Moniteau Creek and its many tributaries, including Hunters Creek and Caney Branch, define the rural geography of this Howard County landscape. At the center of this drainage network lies the small settlement of Hilldale, surrounded by a grid of county roads that navigate the local topography. This 2012 survey illustrates the persistent agricultural and cemetery sites that anchor the local community, such as Ricketts Cemetery in the north and Hourigan Cemetery near the town center. The presence of Big Spring and U.S. Salt Springs indicates a landscape shaped by natural water sources, while Petersen Lake Dam and Wies Lake Dam show more modern modifications to the local hydrology. The area is characterized by these small-scale landmarks and a dense network of local routes like Tipton Rd and Route J Rocheport.