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2014 Map of Papinville

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Papinville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

The Marais des Cygnes River meanders across the border of Bates and Vernon Counties, defining the landscape of the Papinville area. This terrain is characterized by complex river bends such as Mosley Bend and Schapeler Bend, alongside engineering efforts like the Bates County Drainage Ditch. The settlement at Prairie City and the scattered rural landmarks of Indian Springs highlight the agricultural and residential patterns of the early 21st century.

Genealogists and local historians can locate several burial grounds across the quadrangle, including the Prairie City Cemetery and the Garrison and Westfall Cemetery. Transportation and elevation markers are noted at Breckenridge Airport and the distinct rise of Blue Mound to the south. The junction of the Marais des Cygnes and the Osage River serves as a primary geographic anchor for this part of western Missouri.