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2012 Map of Silex

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

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The North Fork Cuivre River and West Fork Cuivre River converge in this section of Lincoln County, creating a landscape defined by winding waterways and creek crossings. The small community of Silex sits at the northern edge, while smaller settlements like Millwood, Mackville, and Briscoe are scattered across the interior. The map reveals a dense network of local family history through its numerous burial grounds, including the Sulphur Lick Cemetery, Saint Alphonsus Cemetery, and Saint Marys Cemetery.

Transportation and infrastructure are adapted to the river-rich environment, evidenced by named crossings and landmarks like Wommacks Ford, Steffen Bridge, and the Baldwin Airport. Notable water features such as Sitton Spring, Terbrock Lake, and Porter Slough illustrate the drainage patterns that feed into the larger river forks. This layout reflects a rural Missouri community where the local road names, such as Saint Alphonsus Rd and Sitton Branch Rd, follow the historical pathways between established homesteads and churches.