2021 Map of Paris West

About this map

The Elk Fork Salt River and Middle Fork Salt River converge in this section of Monroe County, creating a landscape defined by winding waterways and creek-fed bottomlands. The settlement of Paris anchors the eastern edge of the sheet, while the rural hamlet of Fowkes sits near Bakers Pond to the northwest. This area is notably dense with small family and community burial grounds, providing a significant resource for genealogical research. Documented sites include Boomer Cem, Shiloh Cem, and Union Cem, many of which are located near the historic Union Bridge. The local transport network consists of a grid of Monroe County roads and state highways that cross over various tributaries like Bee Cr and Payne Br, reflecting the agricultural character of north-central Missouri.