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1954 Map of House Springs

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of House Springs
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1975
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1975

About this map

The confluence of the Meramec River and Big River defines the topography of northern Jefferson County during the mid-20th century. This survey documents the transition from rural riverside life to more structured residential developments, seen in the growth of High Ridge and the lakeside clusters around Lake Montowese and Lake Pottawatomie. The landscape is etched with historical landmarks of the area's early industry and recreation, such as Byrnes Mill and the aviation strip at Moder Landing Field.

Local navigation follows the natural drainages of Little Antire Creek and Sugar Creek, with the rugged elevation rising toward Weber Hill. Cultural centers like St Martins Ch and the residential Echo Lake Ranch reflect a period when these once-remote creek valleys were beginning to integrate more closely with the surrounding region. The presence of a Quarry near House Springs and multiple springs like Hoene Spring highlight the geological resources that have long influenced settlement patterns in this part of Missouri.