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2015 Map of Wardsville

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Wardsville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

The Osage River carves a sweeping path through the heart of Cole County, defining the landscape and historical settlement patterns of this central Missouri region. In this mid-2010s survey, the winding waterway separates small rural communities such as Wardsville and Osage Bluff from the neighboring terrain of Osage County. The river's influence is evident in the numerous drainages that feed into it, including Gum Spring Br, Profits Cr, and Harrison Cr.

Genealogists and local historians can trace the foundations of these communities through landmarks like the Saint Stanislaus Cemetery and the settlement of St Thomas to the south. The terrain is marked by distinctive features such as Castle Rock, while the northern portion of the map transition toward the Moreau River valley. The map documents a blend of traditional agricultural areas and newer residential developments along roads like Sunrise Acres Dr and Country View Dr, illustrating the evolving character of these river-valley townships.