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2012 Map of Nauvoo

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Nauvoo
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Nauvoo and Montrose face each other across the wide reach of the Mississippi River in this detailed survey of the river valley. The landscape is heavily marked by its early settlement history, particularly through its numerous family and community burial grounds such as Saint Barnabas Cem, Smith Family Cem, and the distinctly named Half Breed Cem near Viele. These sites, along with others like Moon Cem and Rudd Cem, offer significant clues for genealogical research in this riverfront region.

The geography is defined by the river's influence, featuring notable landforms like Rabbit Island, Devils Island, and Inspiration Point. Small settlements such as Bricker, Mount Clare, and Bluff Park are connected by a network of rural roads and county lines. Recreational and local landmarks, including Wally World Campground and the Linger Longer Rest Area, illustrate the modern use of the riverbanks where Devils Cr and Jack Cr flow into the main channel.