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1951 Map of Lewis Hollow

Name: 1951 Topographic Map of Lewis Hollow
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1985
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1985

About this map

Hartshorn State Forest and the Ozark National Scenic Riverways dominate this Missouri landscape, which is defined by a dense network of hollows and ridges in Shannon County. The Current River meanders through the northeast corner, a focal point for the region's conservation and recreational identity. Historical markers of the mid-century wilderness include the Hartshorn Lookout Tower, perched on a high ridge to monitor the expansive timberlands.

The topography is characterized by intricate drainage patterns, such as Spring Valley and Sumac Valley, alongside more isolated features like the sinkhole at Burr Oak Basin. Managed natural spaces like the Sunklands-Burr Oak State Wildlife Area and Skunk Pond State WMA indicate a landscape transitioning toward formal state protection. Smaller water features like Black Creek and the forks of the river provide a look at the hydrography that shaped local movement across Jackson and Newton townships.