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2017 Map of Meta

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Meta
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The Osage River flows through the northwestern corner of this Central Missouri landscape, where the borders of Cole, Osage, Miller, and Maries counties converge. The town of Meta sits at the heart of the region, surrounded by a complex network of waterways including Sugar Creek, Tavern Creek, and Little Maries Cr. The area is marked by significant topographical landmarks such as High Point Hill, Thompson Hill, and the isolated Lost Hill.

Local history and genealogy researchers will find numerous established burial grounds, including Saint Cecilia Cem and Saint John Lutheran Cem, serving the communities of St. Thomas and Babbtown. The map preserves the paths of early transportation routes, such as Scheuer Ferry Rd and the Heritage Trl, reflecting the historical reliance on river crossings and established trails to navigate the undulating terrain of the northern Ozarks.