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2011 Map of Hume

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Hume
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Hume anchors this West-Central Missouri landscape along the Kansas border, situated within a complex network of prairie streams and rural landmarks. The settlement pattern is defined by its proximity to water sources and small-scale agriculture, with Duncan Creek and the West Fork Pryor Creek draining the surrounding plains. For genealogical research, the map provides precise locations for the Lawrence Cemetery, Underwood Cemetery, and Clark Cemetery, which are scattered among the outlying communities of Amos and Rock.

A notable geographic feature is Rocky Mound, which rises north of the town center, providing a distinct topographic break in an otherwise low-relief environment. The transition of local infrastructure is evident in the presence of the Rock Post Office and Wolfe Post Office, reflecting the continued importance of these rural nodes. Water features like Rainey Lake and numerous tributaries such as Pecan Creek and Wolf Creek illustrate the natural drainage systems that have historically dictated road placement and land use in Bates County.