2021 Map of Morrison

About this map

Morrison stands as a focal point along the southern bluffs of the Missouri River valley, where the convergence of the Missouri River and Gasconade River dominates the regional geography. This riverine landscape is defined by the broad Berger Bottom and the presence of Miller Island, illustrating the complex hydrological network that has shaped local transportation and agriculture for generations. The map reveals a high density of small family and community burial grounds, such as Townley Cem, Welton Cem, and Clary Cem, which provide significant genealogical clues for the area between Portland and Bluffton. North of the river, the Katy Trl follows the old rail corridor, while the upland terrain is dissected by numerous waterways including Tavern Cr and Logan Cr. This survey captures a mix of traditional river-bottom farming and the rugged ridge topography characteristic of the Missouri Ozarks border.