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2015 Map of Jefferson City

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Jefferson City
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Jefferson City serves as the focal point of this Missouri River crossing, where urban development meets the significant topography of the river bluffs. The state capital's layout is clearly defined by its historical institutions and transit hubs, including the campus of Lincoln Univ and the Jefferson City Memorial Airport situated across the water. A dense concentration of local history is preserved in its burial grounds, notably Woodland-Old City Cemetery and Saint Peters Cemetery, which sit alongside established residential neighborhoods.

Outside the central core, the landscape transitions into smaller outlying settlements and significant water features. To the north, the Union Pacific rail line passes through Cole Junction, while the Moreau River and Hough Park Lake define the southern and eastern edges of the quadrangle. The surrounding communities of Holts Summit, Wardsville, and Cedar City provide context for the regional expansion and rural connectivity at this mid-decade point, showcasing a mix of established municipal grids and evolving suburban development patterns.