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2012 Map of Protem NE

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Protem NE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Hercules and Fairview anchor this portion of the Ozark plateau, where the landscape is defined by a dense network of hollows and ridges. This 2012 survey illustrates a topography shaped by water, with the West Fork Big Creek and East Fork Big Creek draining the southern hills while McAdoo Creek and Brushy Creek cut through the north. The winding path of the Glade Top Trl traverses the higher elevations, providing a modern access route through the Mark Twain National Forest region.

Local landmarks such as the Caney Lookout Tower and Caney Picnic Area mark the northeastern corner near Pond Fork. The map's detail is particularly valuable for the naming of specific geological features that reflect local heritage, including Tennyson Hollow, Montgomery Hollow, and Pelham Ridge. These family-named landmarks and secluded spots like Rock Spring offer a look at the rural character of Taney County in the early 21st century.