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1951 Map of Mountain Grove North

Name: 1951 Topographic Map of Mountain Grove North
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1952
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1952

About this map

The hills of Wright County surrounding Mountain Grove are defined by a network of rural schoolhouses and country churches in this mid-century survey. The landscape is deeply dissected by the Whetstone Creek and Dove Creek drainages, with small-scale farming and community life clustered along the ridge tops and valley floors. Notable institutional landmarks include the State Experiment Station and the industrial infrastructure of the Sewage Disposal system, reflecting the town's role as a regional hub.

Genealogists will find a wealth of local data, from family-named landmarks like Leonard Hollow to numerous burial grounds such as Hillcrest Cemetery, Swede Cem, and Absher Cem. The St Louis San Francisco railroad cuts through the southern edge of the sheet, providing a vital connection to the broader Missouri economy. Scattered throughout the townships are several educational and religious centers, including Morning Sun School, Fairview Church, and the West Campbell School, which served the outlying agricultural populations.