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1954 Map of Maxville

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of Maxville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1982
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1982

About this map

The Meramec River winds through the northern portion of this landscape, marking the boundary between St Louis Co Jefferson Co. Much of the map is defined by the steep, dissected drainage basins of Saline Creek, Romaine Creek, and Rock Creek, which converge as they move toward the river valley. Settlement is concentrated along the ridges and valley floors, with community life centered around places like Maxville and Arnold.

Genealogists will find significant local history markers in the clusters of religious and civic landmarks, such as St Johns Ch and its accompanying St Johns Cem, as well as Richardson Ch. The arrival of the Burlington Northern railroad and the development of major thoroughfares like Lemay Ferry Road highlight the area's mid-century transition from rural outposts to more connected suburban townships like Paulina Hills and Springdale Park.