2015 Map of Mineral Point

About this map

Potosi and the surrounding mineral-rich district of Washington Co reflect a landscape shaped by both early mining heritage and modern water management. The terrain transitions from the eastern edge of the Saint Francois Mountains into a series of valleys marked by historic settlements like Mineral Point, Cadet, and French Town. Resource extraction is evident through features such as the Cadet Tailings Pond Number 2 and the Hornsey Brothers Tailings Pond, which sit near Mill Creek. Genealogists will find a high density of family-named burial grounds, including the Aquilla Cole Cemetery, Jarvis Farm Cemetery, and Boas Cemetery. To the southeast, the residential development of Terre du Lac is defined by a network of man-made lakes such as Lac Carmel, Lac Catalina, and Lac Bourbon, contrasting with the more rural character of Summit and Hopewell.