2017 Map of Neelys Landing

About this map

The Mississippi River corridor defines the eastern edge of this Missouri and Illinois borderland, where the Big Muddy River reaches its confluence. In Missouri, the historic settlement of Altenburg and the rural community of New Wells anchor the higher ground west of the Birmingham Hills. The river geography is characterized by significant features such as Grand Tower Island, Big Muddy Island, and Crawford Towhead, which demonstrate the shifting nature of the channel and its mid-stream landmasses. Along the banks, historic river access points like Neelys Landing and Bennett Landing highlight the region's long-standing connection to water-based transit. The interior is dissected by numerous drainages, including Apple Creek, Shawnee Cr, and Lovejoy Cr, which have shaped the local topography of hollows and ridges.