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2021 Map of Horton

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

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

The confluence of the Little Osage River and Marmaton River anchors this corner of Vernon County, defining a landscape of low-lying floodplains and numerous oxbow lakes. Settlements like Horton are positioned along the elevated corridor of Old US Hwy 71, while the surrounding terrain is marked by significant water bodies such as Stearns Lake, Spile Lake, and Long Lake. This geography reflects a history of shifting river channels and wetland management, evidenced by the many named drainage features like Old Town Br and Hightower Cr.

Genealogists will find a clear record of local landmarks, with Berea Cem, Antioch Cem, Ellis Cem, and Mound Cem scattered across the rural sections. The upland area around Timber Hill and Daugherty Bend provides a distinct contrast to the river bottoms, showing the transition from riparian zones to higher pasture or timberland. The local road network, including the Katy Track and various rural routes, follows long-established land divisions that have structured this Missouri farm country for generations.