1966 Map of Westphalia

About this map

Westphalia stands as the primary hub of this Anderson County landscape in the mid-1960s, its town grid centered near the Missouri Pacific railroad line. The surrounding terrain is defined by a dense network of drainage, including the winding paths of Pottawatomie Creek, Thomas Creek, and Cherry Creek. Local history and genealogy are anchored by landmarks such as St Teresa Cemetery and the Cherry Mound Church, which serve the rural communities outside the main settlement. The geography transitions between the townships of Westphalia, Welda, Indian Creek, and Ozark. Evidence of local infrastructure is seen at the Waterworks and Spencer Lake, while the agricultural character of the region is reinforced by the numerous small tributaries like Cedar Creek that carve through the prairie landscape.