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2011 Map of Meta

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

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Saint Thomas and Meta anchor this central Missouri landscape, where the Osage River carves a path through the northern reach of the quadrangle. The terrain is defined by prominent elevations such as Lost Hill and High Point Hill, while a network of rural county roads connects outlying points like Babbtown to the primary settlements. Genealogical interest is particularly strong here, as several burial grounds including Saint Thomas Cemetery, Saint Cecilia Cemetery, and the Thompson Cemetery serve as landmarks for the area's long-standing families.

Water plays a central role in the topography, with Sugar Creek and Profits Creek draining the central uplands into the larger river systems. The inclusion of Number 137 Reservoir and Scott Lake indicates local water management and agricultural needs. This 2011 survey provides a clear view of the rural infrastructure, from the winding path of Tavern Creek to the established grid of named streets in the town centers.