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2015 Map of Palmer

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Palmer
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

The Saint Francois Mountains define the high ground of this landscape, situated within the protected boundaries of the Mark Twain National Forest. The map documents a cluster of small settlements including Palmer, Sunlight, Delbridge, and Horton Town, many of which are linked by historic routes like Palmer Rd and Top Ozark Rd. A dense concentration of burial sites, such as the Jenkins Family Cemetery, Sitton Cemetery, and McClain Cemetery, offers significant detail for genealogists tracing local families across Washington County.

Water features are abundant throughout the region, with the Big River flowing through the southeast corner and several named drainages like Hazel Cr and Brock Cr carving through the terrain. The presence of Palmer Lake, Parole Lake, and Howell Lake indicates a landscape modified for water management or recreation. The intricate network of forest trails, including Fire Trl and Fire Trl 2281, provides a detailed view of backcountry access in the early 21st century.