1967 Map of St. Joe

About this map

St Joe serves as a focal point in this 1960s survey of the Ozark highlands, situated near the boundary where Marion and Searcy Counties meet. The landscape is defined by its dramatic relief, punctuated by significant heights such as Round Mountain, Davy Crockett Mountain, and Pilot Mountain. Smaller settlements like Verona, Beckham, and Anderson Flat are scattered across the terrain, connected by winding roads and the prominent path of an old Railroad Grade that follows the contours of the valleys. This rail line once traced the course of Old Mill Creek, suggesting the area's historical reliance on timber or mineral extraction. Local heritage is preserved at sites like the Mennonite Cem and Anderson Flat Ch, while the presence of Gravel Pits and a Quarry indicate the small-scale industrial activity of the mid-twentieth century.