2015 Map of Latham

About this map

Latham serves as the central hub of this agricultural landscape in Moniteau County, characterized by a dense network of country roads and family-named landmarks. The terrain is deeply carved by a complex drainage system, including the headwaters of North Moreau Creek and the meandering Burris Fork near R Elliott Lake. This topography shaped the placement of local institutions, with Bethel Church and Westview School positioned on higher ground away from the flood-prone valleys of Turkey Trot Cr and Lick Cr. Genealogists will find significant value in the mapped locations of Latham Cemetery, Highland Cemetery, and Moreau Cemetery, which provide geographic context for early residents. The numerous named roads, such as Pilot Grove Rd and Reno Hill Rd, trace historical transit patterns through the township lines of T44N R16W and T45N R16W.