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2017 Map of Seneca

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

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Seneca straddles the border between Missouri and Oklahoma, serving as a primary hub for this corner of Newton County. The town is marked by its grid of streets, including several named after railroads like Frisco St and Neosho St, reflecting the transportation history of the region. Nearby, the landscape transitions into the hills and valleys of the Ozarks, characterized by drainage systems like Lost Cr and its tributaries.

Smaller settlements and rural landmarks dot the surrounding countryside, including Westview to the east and the community of Dessa further south. Local genealogy and history are preserved in sites such as Seneca Cem, Graves Cem, and Wilson Cem. To the south, the terrain becomes more distinct with features like Mason Springs Valley and Charleston Hollow, while the waters of Buffalo Cr and Sugar Fork flow through the southern townships near the McDonald County line.