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2017 Map of Rocheport

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Rocheport
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The Missouri River carves through the heart of this central Missouri landscape, shaping the dramatic Rocheport Bends and the towering Big Manitou Bluffs. Along its northern bank, the historic river town of Rocheport is meticulously detailed, showing the layout of its original grid including 1st St, 2nd St, and Third St. The convergence of Moniteau Creek and the river defines the boundary between Howard and Boone counties, highlighting the geographical importance of this river crossing.

To the south, the settlements of Overton and Wooldridge anchor a rural landscape defined by deep valleys and the winding paths of Petite Saline Creek and Salt Creek. Genealogists and local historians can locate several family and community burial sites, such as Clayton Cem, Schmidt Cem, and Big Lick Cem. The map further documents the rural infrastructure of the era, from the winding path of State Hwy V to landmarks like Gum Spring and Robinsons Lake.