1977 Map of Owens

About this map

The settlement of Owens sits at the heart of this Missouri landscape, which is defined by the winding course of the Gasconade River cutting through the northwestern corner. Based on aerial photography from April 1977, this orthophotograph reveals a complex pattern of agriculture and forestry typical of this portion of Wright County. The imagery shows a mosaic of cleared pastures and dense woodlands, providing a clear view of the rural homesteads and farm roads as they existed during the late 1970s. Because this is an advance print produced in cooperation with the Soil Conservation Service, it captures the raw textures of the terrain without the distraction of heavy cartographic symbols, making it a valuable tool for understanding land use and property boundaries in the Owens area during this period.